Pathologists' Assistant — Academic Surgical Pathology Leader

Albany Med; West Coxsackie (NY); Sur place; USD 115 000 - 125 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Wellbeing programs

Generous paid time off and holiday

Résumé du poste

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 role involves complex surgical pathology, significant professional autonomy, collaboration with pathologists and residents, and an active role in education and laboratory practice. The position supports teaching residents and ongoing departmental initiatives.

Responsabilités

• 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. Albany Med's Appointments and Promotions Committee supports the pursuit of an academic title.
• 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.

Description du poste

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 role involves complex surgical pathology, significant professional autonomy, collaboration with pathologists and residents, and an active role in education and laboratory practice. The position supports teaching residents and ongoing departmental initiatives.