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Autopsy/Diener Aide - per diem

NYU Langone Medical Center

Mineola, NYFull-time / Per Diem$165/hrSeen 3 days agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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Compensation
$165/hr
Location
Mineola, NY
Schedule
Full-time / Per Diem
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Autopsy/Diener Aide provides general autopsy assistance, including verifying body identification, assisting with dissection and organ examination, and closing and cleaning the autopsy suite. The role also mentors and instructs residents in autopsy methods. The successful candidate has an associate’s degree in sciences or equivalent certification and 3–5 years of autopsy experience; a bachelor’s degree in Pathologist Assistant and medical examiner’s office experience are preferred.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Autopsy ServicesBody DissectionOrgan ExaminationAutopsy MethodsAnatomic Specimen DissectionPersonal Protective EquipmentSpecimen HandlingCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsOrganizationComputer ProficiencyConflict ResolutionTable and Hand Saw SafetyMentoring

Qualifications

Associate's Degree in Sciences or Equivalent Certification3+ Years Autopsy ExperienceBachelor's Degree in Pathologist Assistant1+ Years Medical Examiner's Office Experience

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Full job description

Job ID: 1166359_RR00124298

Facility: NYU Langone Medical Center

Position Type: Full-Time/Regular

NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is a 591-bed university-affiliated medical center, which offers sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic care in virtually every specialty and subspecialty of medicine and surgery. We are a major regional healthcare resource with a deep commitment to medical education and research, offering a full complement of inpatient and outpatient services. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.

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Position Summary:

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Autopsy/Diener Aide - per diem.

In this role, the successful candidate Responsible for providing general autopsy services assistance including but not limited to inspection of autopsy consent form with body tags for verification and identification of the body, assists with dissection of body and organs, assists with examination of organs, and closure. Responsible for cleaning and maintaining of the autopsy suite once the autopsy is completed. Mentor, teach and instruct residents during the autopsy on correct methods for autopsy performance including enblock resection of viscera and/or single organ removal techniques.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Participates in departmental and inter-departmental conferences when appropriate. Shows resourcefulness in finding alternatives in accomplishing work tasks when appropriate. Accurately and efficiently describe, dictate, and dissect all categories of anatomic specimens in accordance with departmental guidelines.

  • Follows OSHA regulations for PPE (Personal Protection Equipment) such as lab coats, gloves, and protective shields when in contact with blood and body fluids.

  • Supports co-workers in the accomplishment of day to day activities and tasks. Follows direction from other members of the pathology staff.

  • Follows all safety procedures related to hazardous or potentially contaminated reagents or specimens. Coaches and mentors.

  • Takes corrective action regarding unsafe working conditions. Reads standard operating procedure manual yearly. Follows the laboratory s procedures for specimen handling and processing.

  • Accommodate changing work schedules. Utilizes appropriate telephone etiquette to identify Staff themselves by name and location.

  • Performs other duties as assigned

  • Assumes responsibility for proper handling of any lab specimens forwarded. Resolves problems with autopsy receipt. Responds in a timely manner to organizational information requests. Utilizes technology to improve services, processes and productivity. Completes daily assignments in an organized, efficient manner.

Minimum Qualifications:

To qualify you must have a Associate's Degree Sciences or equivalent certification. 3 - 5 years Autopsy experience. Excellent communication skills (both oral & written), interpersonal and organization skills. Proficiency with computers. Demonstrates the ability to effectively communicate and resolve situations within and external to the department. Displays pleasant attitude during the workday with staff. Demonstrates safe use of the table andHand saws.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor s Degree Pathologist Assistant. 1 - 2 years Medical Examiner s office experience. Demonstrates the ability to effectively communicate and resolve situations within and external to the department. Displays pleasant attitude during the workday with staff. Demonstrates safe use of the table andHand saws.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.

NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $165.00 - $165.00 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

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