Surgical Pathology PA — Autonomy & Teaching

Albany Med Health System; West Lebanon (NY); On-site; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health care coverage

Dental and vision insurance

Wellbeing programs

Generous paid time off

Albany Med retirement plan + 403(b)

Job summary

Albany Medical Center in Albany, NY is seeking a Pathologists' Assistant to join the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. You will handle gross examination, description, dissection, and sampling across a broad case mix, collaborating closely with pathologists and residents.

This role offers autonomy in surgical pathology, opportunities for teaching, and participation in quality improvement and education initiatives within a busy academic environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from a NAACLS-accredited Pathologists' Assistant program.
• ASCP certification as a Pathologists' Assistant (PA(ASCP)).
• Current New York State Pathologists' Assistant license (or eligibility).
• Strong knowledge of gross anatomy, surgical pathology, specimen handling, and laboratory safety.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a high-volume academic environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform gross examination, description, dissection, and sampling of a broad spectrum of surgical pathology specimens.
• Evaluate and prepare tissue for intraoperative consultation and frozen section with pathologists.
• Photograph and document gross specimens and ensure accurate orientation and submission.
• Teach and mentor residents and learners in gross examination and surgical pathology techniques.
• Collaborate with pathologists, residents, histology staff, OP procedures, and leadership to improve quality and workflow.
• Participate in quality improvement, procedure development, validation, and education initiatives.

Skills

Gross examination

Specimen handling

Intraoperative consultation

Collaboration

Education & mentoring

Education

Master's degree NAACLS Pathologists' Assistant program

ASCP PA(ASCP) certification

New York State Pathologists' Assistant license or eligibility

Job description

Albany Medical Center in Albany, NY is seeking a Pathologists' Assistant to join the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. You will handle gross examination, description, dissection, and sampling across a broad case mix, collaborating closely with pathologists and residents.

This role offers autonomy in surgical pathology, opportunities for teaching, and participation in quality improvement and education initiatives within a busy academic environment.