Locums Pathology Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

A hospital pathology department in Bismarck, North Dakota is seeking a Board Certified Pathology Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to provide locum tenens coverage. This role focuses on grossing and diagnostic support within a hospital pathology lab and offers a consistent weekday schedule with no nights, weekends, or call.

Schedule: Monday – Friday | 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform gross examination of biopsies and complex surgical specimens.
• Conduct and stain frozen sections in accordance with departmental protocols.
• Follow established procedures for allocating medical renal and/or medical muscle biopsies.
• Ensure accurate specimen handling, documentation, and workflow efficiency.
• Collaborate closely with pathologists and laboratory staff to support timely and accurate diagnoses.
• Document all work in Epic and SoftPath EMR systems.

Qualifications:

• Board Certified Pathology Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner
• Experience in hospital-based pathology lab settings preferred
• Proficiency with grossing biopsies and complex specimens
• Familiarity with frozen section techniques
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary pathology team