Pathologists’ Assistant

Albany Med Health System; Village of Valley Falls (NY); On-site; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (no copay)

Dental & Vision insurance

Wellbeing programs

Paid time off

Retirement plan + 403(b)

Job summary

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

You will teach, mentor, and contribute to quality improvements while ensuring accurate grossing, sampling, and documentation for all specimens.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from a NAACLS-accredited Pathologists' Assistant program.
• PA(ASCP) certification and NY licensure or eligibility.
• Strong knowledge of gross anatomy, surgical pathology, specimen handling, and safety.
• Excellent organization and communication; able to work independently and in teams.
• Experience in an academic or high-volume surgical pathology setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform gross examination, description, dissection, and sampling of a broad spectrum of specimens.
• Prepare tissue for intraoperative consultation and frozen sections with pathologists.
• Photograph, document, and orient gross specimens for submission.
• Mentor residents and learners in grossing techniques and pathology workflow.
• Collaborate with pathologists, residents, histology staff, and OR personnel to improve quality.

Skills

Gross pathology knowledge

Communication skills

Independent yet collaborative

Education

Master's degree NAACLS Pathologists' Assistant program

PA(ASCP) certification

New York State PA license (or eligibility)

Job description

Albany Medical Center (AMC) is seeking a Pathologists' Assistant to join the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the Capital Region's only academic medical center.

This is an opportunity for a Pathologists' Assistant who enjoys complex and diverse surgical pathology, meaningful professional autonomy, close collaboration with pathologists and residents, and an active role in education and laboratory practice.

Our Pathologists' Assistants are integral members of the surgical pathology team. You will work alongside subspecialty pathologists, pathology residents, histology professionals, and other laboratory staff in a busy academic environment with a broad and challenging case mix.

• Perform gross examination, description, dissection, and sampling of a broad spectrum of surgical pathology specimens, ranging from routine biopsies and resections to large and complex oncologic specimens.
• Evaluate and prepare tissue for intraoperative consultation and frozen section, working directly with pathologists during time-sensitive clinical decision-making.
• Photograph and document gross specimens and ensure accurate specimen orientation, sampling, and submission.
• Serve as a resource for difficult or unusual specimens and contribute to consistent, high-quality grossing practices.
• Teach and mentor pathology residents and other learners in gross examination, dissection, specimen handling, and surgical pathology technique. We encourage and support the pursuit of an academic title through Albany Med's Appointments and Promotions Committee.
• Work collaboratively with pathologists, residents, histology staff, operating room personnel, and laboratory leadership to continuously improve quality and workflow.
• Participate in quality improvement, procedure development, validation, education, and other departmental initiatives according to your interests and experience.

What We're Looking For

• Master's degree from a NAACLS-accredited Pathologists' Assistant program
• ASCP certification as a Pathologists' Assistant (PA(ASCP))
• Current New York State Pathologists' Assistant license (or eligibility to obtain New York State licensure).
• Strong knowledge of gross anatomy, surgical pathology, specimen handling, and laboratory safety
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a high-volume academic environment
• Previous experience in an academic or high-volume surgical pathology practice preferred but not required.

Position Highlights

Primary site: 43 New Scotland Avenue, Albany NY 12208

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm or 8:30am-5:00pm

Competitive base salary range $115,000-$125,000 commensurate with experience and qualifications

Outstanding employee benefits

• Excellent health care coverage with no copay at Albany Medical Center providers
• Comprehensive dental and vision insurance
• A wide array of services and programs to support emotional, physical and mental wellbeing
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
• Albany Med retirement plan plus a 403(b)

About Albany Med

Albany Medical Center's Main Campus is the region's academic referral center and is part of the Albany Med Health System, giving our pathology team exposure to patients and specimens from across northeastern New York and western New England.

The main campus boasts two bustling operating room suites as well as an active same-day surgery center nearby. The laboratory processes approximately 25,000 surgical specimens per year by a diverse team of histotechnologists, grossing techs, pathology assistants and 16 residents.

Albany Medical Center, along with Columbia Memorial Health, Glens Falls Hospital, Saratoga Hospital, and the Visiting Nurses form the Albany Med Health System, serving more than three million people over 25 counties.

About Albany

Albany offers an excellent quality of life with access to affordable housing, highly rated schools, and a vibrant cultural scene. Located near New York City, Boston, and Montreal, Albany also provides ample opportunities for year-round outdoor activities in the Adirondack Mountains and nearby lakes.

The area is ideal for professionals and families seeking a balanced lifestyle with both urban and suburban living options.

Learn more about what the Capital Region has to offer here