Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? At Bassett Healthcare Network, you will find an innovative culture that is patient focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible

The location is at Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital 

• $10,000.00 SIGN-ON BONUS Available (connect with our Talent Acquisition team on eligibility requirements)

  
  Responsibilities
  The Pathologists Assistant will work Regular Full-Time, Days 8AM – 4:30PM.

  Under the general supervision of a pathologist, provides various services in both surgical and autopsy pathology.  The primary responsibilities include gross examination and dissection of anatomic pathology specimens and the performance of post mortem examinations. 

• The Pathologists Assistant provides preparation, gross description and dissection of surgical specimens in accordance to established protocols in a timely manner
• The Pathologists Assistant selects and prepares representative tissue sections for histologic and microscopic examination including frozen sections, following established guidelines
• The Pathologists Assistant assists the pathologists in performing the post mortem examination in accordance to established protocols in a timely manner
• The Pathologists Assistant provides technical and administrative support for Bassett sponsored conferences and projects as requested by physicians
• The Pathologists Assistant follows all institution and department policies and procedures
• Understands the role and responsibilities of individual members as part of the health care team including their ability to promote the delivery of quality healthcare
• Maintains a clean and orderly work environment
• Review work of students and residents as assigned
• Performs other duties within their scope of practice

Bassett Healthcare Network follows the New York State and New York State Department of Health COVID-19 vaccine mandates for healthcare workers. This mandate requires COVID-19 vaccinations for personnel working for or on behalf of our hospitals and nursing homes.  The New York State mandate allows for medical exemptions and religious accommodations, when appropriate. All candidates who accept an offer from Bassett Healthcare Network will be required to show proof of vaccination as required by New York State.

Education:

• High school diploma o equivalent required.
• Associate's degree or higher in science related field preferred.

Experience:

• 2 years Pathologist Assistant training required.

Licensure/Certificates:

• Licensure by NYS SED as a Pathologist Assistant, or licensure-eligible with a limited permit or limited license required. Limited Permit is granted to individuals that meet the educational requirements for licensure except for the licensing examination which must be taken within one year from the issuance of a limited permit.

Skills:

• Oral and written communication
• Accuracy
• Organization
• Prioritization
• Teamwork
• Accountability
• Critical Thinking
• Multitasking
• Computer skills
• Eye Hand coordination

Physical Requirements:

• Stand and work for extended periods of time
• Walking
• Sitting
• Lifting no more than 50 pounds
• Seeing
• Reaching

Hazards:

• Regular exposure to blood and body fluids and hazardous chemicals.

Occasional Travel:

• The job requires travel from time-to-time, but not on a regular basis.

Benefits:

Our commitment to our employees includes benefit programs that are designed to meet the various needs across our employee population.

Bassett Healthcare Network provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.