Travel Pathology Assistant - $3,051 per week in Albany, NY

Job Title: Pathologists' Assistant Profession: Pathology Assistant Specialty: Lab Duration: 12 months Shift: 08:00-16:30 Hours per Shift: 8 Experience: Minimum 2 years License: NYS License Certifications: ASCP Certification Must-Have: Experience grossing complex surgical cases Description: The Pathologists' Assistant will contribute to the overall efficiency of the Pathology Department and laboratory service in a cost-effective manner. The role consists primarily of gross examination of surgical pathology specimens and supervision of the autopsy service. The Pathologists' Assistant has a lead role in the grossing areas of the department. They will describe and examine surgical specimens and prepare such specimens for histological processing. They assist technical staff with gross dissections and teach techniques and procedures. The Pathologists' Assistant assists supervisory staff in a team effort to complete work in the grossing area efficiently, optimizing workflow. They will manage day-to-day operations of the morgue, ensuring compliance with patient care needs, regulatory, and quality standards. The Pathologists' Assistant has expertise and leadership in the autopsy service area. This position requires independent judgment and responsibility for technical and administrative decisions in collaboration with laboratory leadership. Other critical aspects include project management, budget development and maintenance, and management of supplies and resources. The Pathologists' Assistant provides oversight of staffing issues, including hiring, competency assessment, development, and corrective actions. They will assist in autopsy prosection. Under the direction and supervision of a pathologist, they can assist in all aspects of anatomic pathology. Pathologists' Assistants participate in seminars and provide instruction regarding techniques and protocols in autopsy and surgical pathology. They are qualified to perform complex surgical resections and autopsies, including gross, PAD/FAD, and clinical summary.