Pathologists' Assistant - Academic Surgical Pathology

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health care coverage

Dental and vision insurance

Wellbeing programs

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

Albany Medical Center in Albany, NY seeks a Pathologists' Assistant to join the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. This academic center offers autonomy, collaboration with pathologists and residents, and an active role in education and laboratory practice.

You will work with subspecialty pathologists and residents in a busy environment, performing gross examination, sampling, and specimen handling across a broad case mix, with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

NAACLS Pathologists' Assistant program

PA(ASCP) certification

New York State license

Gross anatomy knowledge

Organizational skills

Independent & collaborative work

Education

Master's degree in Pathologists' Assistant program

Job description

Albany Medical Center in Albany, NY seeks a Pathologists' Assistant to join the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. This academic center offers autonomy, collaboration with pathologists and residents, and an active role in education and laboratory practice.

You will work with subspecialty pathologists and residents in a busy environment, performing gross examination, sampling, and specimen handling across a broad case mix, with opportunities for professional growth.