Pathologist Assistant

Pride Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 175,000 - 183,000; Full time

Job summary

Pride Health seeks a Pathologist Assistant to support surgical pathology workflows in New York, performing gross examinations, dissections, tissue handling, and documentation. You will work with pathologists and staff to ensure high-quality specimen processing and reporting, with attention to QA and regulatory standards.

The role requires a NAACLS-accredited PA program degree, 0–3 years in pathology, and familiarity with Epic; ASCP PA certification and AAPA fellowship are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher from NAACLS-accredited Pathologists' Assistant program.
• 0–3 years of pathology or surgical pathology experience required.
• Experience with gross examination, dissection, tissue preparation, accessioning, and histological processing.
• Proficiency with pathology documentation systems; Epic experience preferred.
• ASCP Pathologist Assistant certification and AAPA fellowship preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform gross examination, description, and dissection of surgical pathology specimens.
• Prepare tissue specimens for histological processing and ensure proper labeling, accessioning, and documentation.
• Review patient information to support specimen evaluation.
• Conduct gross and microscopic photography and assist with radiographic imaging when required.
• Maintain accurate pathology records and ensure QA and regulatory compliance.
• Assist in training residents and staff in gross room techniques.
• Collaborate with pathologists to ensure timely, accurate processing and reporting.
• Document pathology workflows and patient information in LIS (Epic).

Skills

Surgical pathology

Specimen handling

Histology preparation

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher from NAACLS-accredited PA program

Tools

Epic

Job description

We are seeking a Pathologist Assistant to join a dynamic pathology laboratory team. This role is responsible for assisting pathologists with the gross examination, dissection, documentation, and processing of surgical pathology specimens while ensuring accuracy, quality, and compliance with laboratory standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in surgical pathology, specimen handling, and histological preparation, with strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform gross examination, description, and dissection of surgical pathology specimens, including complex specimens and biopsies.
• Prepare tissue specimens for histological processing and ensure proper specimen fixation, labeling, accessioning, and documentation.
• Review patient clinical information, including laboratory results, imaging, and medical history, to support specimen evaluation.
• Conduct gross and microscopic photography and assist with radiographic imaging of specimens when required.
• Maintain accurate pathology records and ensure compliance with laboratory quality assurance and regulatory standards.
• Assist in training pathology residents and laboratory staff in gross room techniques and specimen handling.
• Collaborate with pathologists and laboratory personnel to ensure timely, accurate specimen processing and reporting.
• Utilize Epic and other laboratory information systems to document pathology workflows and patient information.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited Pathologists' Assistant program (NAACLS accredited or equivalent).
• 0–3 years of pathology or surgical pathology experience required.
• Experience performing gross examination, specimen dissection, tissue preparation, specimen accessioning, and histological processing.
• Strong knowledge of surgical pathology procedures, laboratory safety, and quality assurance standards.
• Proficiency with pathology documentation systems; Epic experience preferred.
• ASCP Pathologist Assistant (PA) certification and Fellow of the American Association of Pathologists' Assistants (AAPA) preferred.
• Shift is Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (5x8 day shift) (45-minute unpaid lunch), 40 hrs/week
• Location is New York, NY 10032
• Pay Rate for Locals: $84 - $88 Hourly
• Pay Rate for Travelers: $3,950 - $4,000 Weekly

Company Description:

“Pride Health offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors”

Pride Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Pride Health is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.