Travel Pathology Assistant - $2,269 per week in Brooklyn, NY

Job Title: Pathology Assistant Profession: Pathology Specialty: - Duration: 14 Shift: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Hours per Shift: 8 Experience: At least 2 years of experience specifically in acute care, grossing specimens and performing autopsies License: Valid state license and current registration to practice as a Pathologists Assistant issued by the State Education Department Certifications: - Must-Have: Bachelor's Degree Description: Under the direction and supervision of a licensed physician who practices anatomic pathology, processes and documents specimens. Collects and prepares samples for pathology analysis. Conducts tissue and fluid examinations as needed. Assists with conducting postmortem examinations. Responsible for the organization of the laboratory and the provision of effective pathological service. Ensures optimal utilization of resources and compliance with the operating standards of various healthcare governing and accrediting bodies, resulting in improved patient experience and outcomes. Prepares gross tissue sections for pathology analysis, including cutting, staining as required, describing gross anatomic features, dissecting and processing surgical specimens for biobanking, histologic processing, or other analyses. Performs human postmortem examinations, including selection of tissues and fluids for further examination, external examination, dissection, and gathering and recording information for autopsy reports. Maintains laboratory inventory of supplies and equipment; cleans and disinfects equipment. Calibrates, operates, and troubleshoots medical equipment. Completes, processes, and files appropriate forms and documents as needed. Adheres to and acts in compliance with all appropriate procedures, protocols, techniques, and standards as they relate to the gross room. Photographs surgical specimens as assigned and maintains quality standards and requirements for the collection of pathology specimen photographs. Participates in accessioning and labeling specimens, storing and disposing of specimens, and maintaining reagents and equipment. Analyzes data and prepares reports on findings. Maintains laboratory safety precautions and adheres to infection prevention procedures. Performs other related duties as assigned.