Overview
Pathology Assistant, with a dedicated pathology team, is a travel temporary assignment in a hospital setting located in Grand Forks, North Dakota. The start date is 11/02/2026 for a 13-week assignment. Expect 40 hours per week on a standard 8-hour shift (5 days per week). Weekly pay ranges from $3,373 to $3,468. The Pathology Assistant operates under the supervision of a Pathologist and is involved in gross dissection, specimen processing, and related duties to support accurate surgical pathology results.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $3,373–$3,468 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 40 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 5 x 8-hour days
- Start date: 11/02/2026
- Work setting: Hospital pathology department, travel assignment
Responsibilities
- Perform surgical specimen dissection on simple to complex cases and prepare material for routine histology and specialized tests
- Produce accurate gross descriptions and dictate findings for pathologist review
- Conduct frozen section procedures and maintain cryostats; communicate results promptly to pathology staff
- Ensure correct patient identification on all specimens and maintain traceability across the workflow
- Support quality assurance, QC monitoring, instrument maintenance, and troubleshooting
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the gross cutting area and morgue; dispose of tissues and reagents per procedures
- Assist with compliance activities, update procedure manuals, and participate in CAP-related quality initiatives
Requirements
- Certification: ASCP Pathologists’ Assistant certification or exam-ready status with certification prior to start date
- Education: NAACLS-accredited Pathologists’ Assistant Program completion
- Experience: Prior grossing experience preferred
- Licensure/credentials: Ability to meet required credentialing and participate in approved hospital pathology workflows
- Communication: Strong interpersonal and documentation skills; able to interact effectively with pathologists, providers, and team members
- Adaptability: Comfortable working in a hospital surgical pathology setting; able to prioritize safety and quality in a fast-paced environment
Benefits and Support
- Dedicated assignment support from a travel staffing team
- Credentialing and onboarding assistance
- Travel coordination and onboarding guidance
- Compliance, safety resources, and ongoing professional support
- Competitive weekly pay and guaranteed hours during the assignment
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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
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