Pathologists Assistant

Pathologists' AssistantLocation: Albany, NY (Travel role) Duration: 3 months with possible extension Pay range - $70/hr. - $75/hr.We do provide Travel pay based on eligibilitySchedule Notes:Work Hours: 40 hrs/weekShift Timing: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PMPosition SummaryThe Pathologists' Assistant will contribute to the overall efficiency of the Pathology Department and laboratory services in a cost-effective manner.Responsible for performing a variety of tasks, consisting primarily of gross examination of surgical pathology specimens.Supervise the autopsy service and lead the grossing areas of the department.Describe and examine surgical specimens and prepare them for histological processing.Assist Residents and technical staff with gross dissections.Teach Residents and staff grossing techniques and procedures.Support supervisory staff in a team effort to complete work efficiently and optimize workflow.Manage the day-to-day operations of the morgue to meet patient care needs and regulatory/quality standards.Provide expertise and leadership in the autopsy service area.Exercise independent judgment and responsibility for technical and administrative decisions for the morgue.Assist in autopsy prosections and participate in all aspects of anatomic pathology under a pathologist's direction.Participate in seminars and provide instruction for Residents, medical students, and staff concerning technique and protocols in autopsy and surgical pathology.Perform complex surgical resections (pelvic exenterations, Whipple procedures, etc.) and autopsies including grossing, PAD/FAD, and clinical summary.Skills & RequirementsExperience: 2 years as a Pathologists' AssistantPreferred: EPIC EMR experienceCertification: Pathologists' Assistant qualifications per state requirementsKey Skills: Gross dissection, surgical pathology, autopsies (including complex resections), teaching/training, leadership, administrative oversightAdditional RequirementsWillingness to float as neededPending state licenses consideredCollaboration with pathologists and supervisory team