Pathologists' Assistant — Day Shift with Teaching & Autopsy

10000 Sanford; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health in Sioux Falls, SD seeks a full-time Pathologists' Assistant to support the pathology team. You will describe gross features, coordinate special sampling, assist in postmortem exams, and work with residents and students under board-certified pathologists.

The role emphasizes teaching, autopsy service, and maintaining quality standards with daytime shifts, no weekends, and on-site facilities including parking.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Pathologists' Assistant required.
• NAACLS program graduate or ASCP certified.
• Must complete Board Registries exam and obtain certification within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Describe gross features of surgical specimens.
• Coordinate requests for special sampling for research or studies.
• Perform postmortem examination with extensive documentation.
• Assist residents with frozen sections and tumor triage.
• Teach residents and medical students in gross specimen assessment.
• Prepare body for release to funeral home and ensure compliance.
• Maintain safety protocols and contribute to quality improvements.

Skills

Pathologists' Assistant

NAACLS program

ASCP certification

Board Registries exam

Education

Master's degree in Pathologists' Assistant

Job description

Sanford Health in Sioux Falls, SD seeks a full-time Pathologists' Assistant to support the pathology team. You will describe gross features, coordinate special sampling, assist in postmortem exams, and work with residents and students under board-certified pathologists.

The role emphasizes teaching, autopsy service, and maintaining quality standards with daytime shifts, no weekends, and on-site facilities including parking.