Pathology Office Coordinator

   

The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.

 

Exciting Opportunity at MSK: We are seeking a Pathology Office Coordinator to join the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. Our team of pathologists, molecular diagnosticians, and researchers collaborates to provide precision cancer care. In this role, you’ll support Hematopathologists and laboratory operations through a combination of administrative, clinical, and research responsibilities.

This is a great opportunity for someone with lab or hospital experience who is passionate about cancer research and precision medicine.

Role Overview:

• Manage Hematopathologists’ calendars, including scheduling onsite and virtual meetings, preparing agendas, and coordinating follow-ups.

• Triage clinical and urgent requests, routing them to the appropriate pathologist or lab team in a timely manner.

• Enter and track orders for additional lab tests and procedures in Epic and follow up with internal teams and external laboratories as needed.

• Maintain spreadsheets, databases, and documentation to support clinical work, research studies, and departmental reporting using Excel and other systems.

• Prepare and submit administrative documents, including travel authorizations, expense reports, and check requests.

• Provide professional phone and email coverage, communicating accurately and promptly with internal and external stakeholders.

• Assist with the receipt, return, and documentation of outside pathology materials.

• Participate in departmental projects and performance improvement initiatives.

• Manage multiple priorities in a high-volume environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Key Qualifications:

• 2-4 years of experience working in a lab or medical/hospital setting

• Microsoft Office Suite expertise; familiarity with databases and research materials

• Excellent Excel skills

Core Skills:

• Committed to producing high-quality work and maintaining an atmosphere of collaboration and continuous improvement.

• Able to work effectively in a fast-paced office/lab environment, prioritizing multiple tasks and adapting to shifting demands.

• Skilled in clerical, administrative, and data tracking tasks, with strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Eager to take on new challenges and responsibilities with energy and initiative.

• Independent and self-motivated, while also collaborating effectively with team members and leadership.

• Adept at planning, organizing, and executing work to meet deadlines and support departmental goals.

Additional Information:

• Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 am - 5 pm, fully onsite position

• MSK Joy Building: 321 E. 61st Street. Travel to Main Campus is required on an as-needed basis

• Reporting to the Assistant Manager

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Pay Range: $24.05 - $36.21

 

FSLA Status: Non-Exempt

 

Closing:

At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills.

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