Pathologists Assistant — Academic, Collaborative Grossing Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

Albany Medical Center’s Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine seeks a Pathologists’ Assistant to join its academic medical center team in Albany, NY. The role emphasizes complex surgical pathology, professional autonomy, close collaboration with pathologists and residents, and an active role in education and laboratory practice.

The PA will work with subspecialty pathologists, residents, and histology staff in a busy academic setting with a broad case mix, contributing to education and

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, working with pathologists during time-sensitive decisions.
• Photograph and document gross specimens and ensure accurate orientation, sampling, and submission.
• Serve as a resource for difficult or unusual specimens and contribute to high-quality grossing practices.
• Teach and mentor pathology residents and other learners in gross examination and surgical pathology technique.
• Collaborate with pathologists, residents, histology staff, OR personnel, and leadership to improve quality and workflow.
• Participate in quality improvement, procedure development, validation, education, and other departmental initiatives.

Job description

Albany Medical Center’s Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine seeks a Pathologists’ Assistant to join its academic medical center team in Albany, NY. The role emphasizes complex surgical pathology, professional autonomy, close collaboration with pathologists and residents, and an active role in education and laboratory practice.

The PA will work with subspecialty pathologists, residents, and histology staff in a busy academic setting with a broad case mix, contributing to education and