Academic Surgical Pathology PA — Autonomy, Teaching

Albany Med Health System; Town of Rensselaerville (NY); On-site; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (no copay)

Dental and vision insurance

Wellbeing programs

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement plan + 403(b)

Job summary

Albany Medical Center is seeking a Pathologists' Assistant to join the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. You will work with subspecialty pathologists, residents, and histology staff in a busy academic environment with a broad case mix.

You will perform gross examination, sampling, and preparation for intraoperative consultation, while contributing to education and quality improvement initiatives. Collaboration and teaching are integral to the role.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Pathologists' Assistant program.
• ASCP PA(ASCP) certification.
• Current NYS license or eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Perform gross examination, description, dissection, and sampling of a broad spectrum of surgical pathology specimens.
• Evaluate and prepare tissue for intraoperative consultation and frozen section with pathologists.
• Photograph and document gross specimens and ensure proper orientation, sampling, and submission.
• Serve as a resource for difficult specimens and maintain high-quality grossing practices.
• Teach and mentor residents and learners in gross examination and surgical pathology technique.

Skills

ASCP PA(ASCP) certification

New York State licensure

Gross anatomy knowledge

Interpersonal communication

Independent & collaborative work

Education

NAACLS-accredited Pathologists' Assistant program

Job description

Albany Medical Center is seeking a Pathologists' Assistant to join the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. You will work with subspecialty pathologists, residents, and histology staff in a busy academic environment with a broad case mix.

You will perform gross examination, sampling, and preparation for intraoperative consultation, while contributing to education and quality improvement initiatives. Collaboration and teaching are integral to the role.