Pathologist Assistant - Surgical Pathology - PASP 26-01383

Job Description

Job DescriptionPosition: Pathologist Assistant – Surgical Pathology
Location: New York, NY 10065
Unit: Surgical Pathology
Duration: 11 WeeksSchedule:

• Shift: Day Shift (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, includes 45-minute break)
• Days: Monday – Friday (5x8 hours)
• Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours/week

Compensation:

• Local Pay: $80 – $90/hour (based on experience)
• Travel Pay: $90 – $105/hour (based on experience)

Additional Pay Details:

• Overtime: 1.4x after 40 hours/week
• Holiday: 1.5x
• Call: Minimal (0.1%) | Call Back: 1.4x
• Charge Differential: $2.00
• Orientation: 8 hours unpaid + 8 hours at 70%

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Pathologist Assistant to support surgical pathology operations in a hospital laboratory setting. The role involves performing gross examination and dissection of specimens, assisting pathologists in diagnostic processes, and ensuring accurate specimen handling and documentation.

Responsibilities:

• Perform gross examination and dissection of complex surgical specimens.
• Handle and process small biopsy specimens.
• Accession, label, and manage pathology specimens accurately.
• Prepare tissue samples for histological processing and sectioning.
• Document macroscopic findings and maintain detailed records.
• Ensure proper specimen fixation, handling, and storage.
• Capture specimen photography (gross and microscopic).
• Review patient clinical information including labs and imaging.
• Assist in training pathology residents in gross room procedures.
• Maintain compliance with laboratory protocols, safety, and quality standards.

Work Setting:

• Hospital-based clinical laboratory
• Surgical pathology and specimen processing

Required Qualifications:

Experience:

• 0–3 years of pathology experience required

Education:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited Pathologist Assistant program (NAACLS or equivalent)

Licensure & Certifications:

• Active New York State Pathologist Assistant License required
• ASCP Certification (preferred)
• Fellow of the American Association of Pathologists’ Assistants (AAPA) (preferred)

Additional Requirements:

• Experience with EPIC charting system required
• Teaching hospital experience preferred

Facility Requirements:

• COVID-19 Vaccination: Required (medical exemptions only)
• Flu Vaccination: Required (medical/religious exemptions allowed)

For more details reach at ukhan@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 518-862-1204.

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.