Pathologists' Assistant: Academic Surgical Pathology & Education

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Excellent health care coverage

Dental and vision insurance

Wellbeing programs

Generous paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

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

The role offers autonomy, close collaboration with pathologists and residents, and an active role in education and laboratory practice. Primary site: 43 New Scotland Avenue, Albany NY 12208.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Job description

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

The role offers autonomy, close collaboration with pathologists and residents, and an active role in education and laboratory practice. Primary site: 43 New Scotland Avenue, Albany NY 12208.