Lead Pathologists' Assistant, $10K Sign-On Bonus

Boston Children's Hospital; Boston; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's healthcare provider in Boston is seeking a Pathologists’ Assistant to manage surgical specimen operations and staff training. The ideal candidate will have relevant education and certification, with responsibilities including dissection, compliance, and quality assurance. A competitive hourly pay range of $47.67–$76.27 is offered for this full-time position.

Qualifications

• NAACLS accredited Pathologists’ Assistant Master’s degree or Pre‑2010: Bachelor’s and 3 years supervised internship.
• 6 months experience as a Pathologists’ Assistant.
• PA (ASCP) Certified.

Responsibilities

• Perform dissection and gross description of surgical pathology specimens.
• Lead operations of the Cutting Room, Morgue, and Cardiac Registry.
• Assist with staff recruitment and training.
• Serve as Preceptor to Pathology Assistant students and train new personnel.
• Maintain technical policies and perform QA/QC audits.

Job description

Job Posting Description

General Summary

Under general supervision of a Pathologist, independently performs or assists in accessioning, dissection, evisceration, description, autopsy, and histologic sampling of a full range of surgical specimens. Assists faculty in the supervision and training of entry level resident physicians and fellows in pathology. Leads the day-to-day operations of the Cutting Room, Morgue and Cardiac Registry.

New hires may be eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus.

Primary Responsibilities

• Specimen Handling: Performs dissection and gross description of a full range of surgical pathology specimens ensuring accuracy in dictation and appropriateness of tissue for microscopic evaluation.
• Operations Management: Leads the day-to-day operations of the Cutting Room, Morgue, and Cardiac Registry, ensuring delivery of routine services, preparing work schedules, and delegating assignments.
• Staff Recruitment and Management: Assists with staff recruitment, onboarding, and retention activities, including participation in hiring interviews, performance evaluations, and acting as a liaison for human resources issues.
• Education and Training: Serves as Preceptor to Pathology Assistant students and new department personnel, and orients and trains medical students, residents, fellows, and less experienced personnel.
• Compliance and Quality Assurance: Maintains and updates technical policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory and industry standards, performs QA/QC audits, and assists with process improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Education

• NAACLS accredited Pathologists’ Assistant Master’s degree Or Pre‑2010: Bachelor’s and 3 years supervised internship

Experience

• 6 months experience as a Pathologists’ Assistant

License/Certification

• PA (ASCP) Certified

Status

Full‑Time

Regular, Temporary, Per Diem

Regular

Standard Hours per Week

40

Pay Range

$47.67–$76.27 Hourly

Office/Site Location

Boston

Job Posting Category

Allied Health and Technical

Remote Eligibility

Onsite Only