Autopsy Pathology Assistant — Day Shift

University of Rochester; City of Rochester (NY); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester in Rochester, NY seeks a dedicated Autopsy Pathology Assistant for a full-time role in the Autopsy Pathology department. The position is based at 601 Elmwood Ave, 14642, with a pay range of $19.91–$26.88 per hour and a 40-hour work week.

Responsibilities include assisting pathologists and residents, performing evisceration, preparing specimens, and managing the autopsy workflow with strict safety and documentation standards.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in biological science with anatomy background required or 1 year autopsy assistant experience.

Responsibilities

• Assists pathologists, pathologists' assistants and residents in performing postmortem examinations.
• Performs body incisions and evisceration of organs during autopsies.
• Delivers specimens for special studies and prepares cadavers for funeral directors.
• Maintains universal precautions and prepares documentation for each autopsy case.
• Keeps autopsy suite clean and ensures equipment and supplies are stocked.
• Maintains logs, temperature records, and coordination with the pathology team.

Education

Associate's degree in biological science with anatomy background

1 year autopsy assistant experience

Job description

The University of Rochester in Rochester, NY seeks a dedicated Autopsy Pathology Assistant for a full-time role in the Autopsy Pathology department. The position is based at 601 Elmwood Ave, 14642, with a pay range of $19.91–$26.88 per hour and a 40-hour work week.

Responsibilities include assisting pathologists and residents, performing evisceration, preparing specimens, and managing the autopsy workflow with strict safety and documentation standards.