Pathology Assistant Jobs - Hospital Travel Contract in White Plains, NY
Join an acute-care hospital as a Pathology Assistant in White Plains, New York, supporting surgical pathology, specimen grossing, frozen sections, and laboratory operations. This on-site travel contract offers an opportunity to advance your pathology career in Westchester County, with convenient access to New York City.
Pathology Assistant Job Details
- Job Title: Pathology Assistant
- Location: White Plains, NY
- Healthcare Setting: Acute-care hospital pathology department
- Assignment Type: Hospital travel contract
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,830-$3,040
- Start Date: November 9, 2026
- Contract End Date: January 11, 2027
- Contract Duration: Approximately 9 weeks
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Shift: 8-hour day shifts
- Hours: Approximately 37.5-40 hours per week
- Work Arrangement: On-site
- Documentation System: EPIC
Pathology Assistant Job Requirements
- New York State license as required for the role
- Bachelor's degree in biology or a related science
- Completion of a Pathologists' Assistant program or equivalent education and training
- At least 1 year of relevant surgical pathology or laboratory experience required; 2 years preferred
- ASCP certification preferred
- Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
- Flu vaccination required; exemptions and exceptions are not available for this assignment
- Strong attention to detail, organization, flexibility, adaptability, and stress tolerance
- Ability to safely use laboratory equipment, including grossing tables, cryostats, and handsaws
- Ability to remain stationary for extended periods and move throughout the pathology laboratory as needed
Surgical Pathology Responsibilities
- Assist with the preparation and gross examination of surgical pathology specimens under pathologist supervision
- Describe gross anatomic features, dissect specimens, and prepare tissue sections for microscopic examination
- Prepare frozen and permanent sections for light microscopy, including photographs when requested
- Accession, label, and verify surgical pathology specimens for accuracy and traceability
- Review clinical records, laboratory data, scans, and X-rays to obtain relevant case history
- Assist with gross specimen coding and coordinate workflow across grossing stations
- Prepare, stain, and coverslip samples selected for frozen section evaluation
- Prepare specimens for histology and select appropriate samples for decalcification
- Enter specimen information, block counts, and tissue details accurately into the laboratory information system
- Download or print cassettes through the LIS as needed
- Maintain and update voice-recognition templates and troubleshoot dictation-related issues
- Assist with postmortem examinations when required
- Monitor designated gross room supplies and support inventory activities
- Maintain clear communication with pathologists and histology laboratory staff
- Support updates to the Gross Room Manual and perform other related duties as assigned
Apply now for this Pathology Assistant travel contract in White Plains, NY, and join a hospital pathology team serving the Westchester County and New York City area.
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
