Surgical Pathology Assistant: Autopsy & Tissue Processing

Northwell Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health is seeking a Pathology Assistant to assist in post-mortem examinations, organ preparation, dissection, and evisceration. The role includes training residents and fellows in procedural and technical skills related to surgical pathology.

The position involves assisting with gross dissection, histologic submission, and collaboration with Attending Pathologists, with emphasis on accurate block selection, ancillary testing, and correlation of preliminary and final autopsy findings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Current License to practice as a Pathology Assistant required, plus specialized certifications as needed.
• Certification as Pathologists’ Assistant through the ASCP, preferred.
• 0–1 years of technical experience, required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in training surgical pathology and autopsy techniques to residents and fellows.
• Perform gross dissection, reporting, and submission for histologic processing.
• Assist in frozen sections and special procedures; prepare tissue for evaluation by attending pathologists.
• Obtain and review patient charts and clinical data; ensure proper clearance and consent for autopsy.
• Participate in postmortem prosection, evisceration, and dissection; obtain specimens for analysis.
• Photograph relevant gross specimens and slides; liaise with hospital staff and department heads.
• Support quality assurance activities in Pathology and maintain safety compliance.

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent (education/experience)

Job description

Northwell Health is seeking a Pathology Assistant to assist in post-mortem examinations, organ preparation, dissection, and evisceration. The role includes training residents and fellows in procedural and technical skills related to surgical pathology.

The position involves assisting with gross dissection, histologic submission, and collaboration with Attending Pathologists, with emphasis on accurate block selection, ancillary testing, and correlation of preliminary and final autopsy findings.