Pathologist Assistant

VBeyond Healthcare; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 83,200 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Pathologist Assistant in Boston to support surgical pathology and autopsy services. Responsibilities include specimen accessioning, gross examination, and providing regulatory compliant support in a high-volume medical environment. Candidates should have an accredited Pathologist Assistant program background and PA (ASCP) Certification within 6 months of hire. This is a full-time position with a range of competitive pay between $83,200 and $123,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Pathologist Assistant program.
• PA (ASCP) Certification required within 6 months of hire if not already certified.
• 1–2 years of Pathologist Assistant experience preferred.
• Education and training meeting CLIA requirements.
• Strong knowledge of histologic techniques, laboratory safety, and infection control.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic computer proficiency and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Accession, dissect, and perform gross descriptions of surgical specimens.
• Perform postmortem examinations including evisceration and dissection.
• Assist with organ sampling, photography, and archival documentation.
• Support frozen section preparation, staining, and processing.
• Maintain morgue cleanliness, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Histologic techniques

Laboratory safety

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Attention to detail

Basic computer proficiency

Education

Accredited Pathologist Assistant program

PA (ASCP) Certification

Job description

Now Hiring: Pathologist Assistant (ASCP Certified)

This role supports surgical pathology, autopsy, and mortuary services in a high-volume academic medical environment. Responsibilities include specimen accessioning, gross examination, frozen section support, autopsy assistance, and collaboration with pathologists, residents, and laboratory teams to ensure diagnostic accuracy and regulatory compliance.

Base pay range

$83,200.00/yr - $123,000.00/yr

Key Responsibilities

Surgical Pathology & Frozen Section Support

• Accession, dissect, and perform gross descriptions of surgical specimens
• Gross large resection specimens (e.g., colon, mastectomy) and selected neuro and melanoma specimens
• Support frozen section preparation, staining, and processing
• Assist with histology, immunohistochemistry, and tissue preparation
• Maintain dissection suite operations, supplies, equipment, and infection control standards
• Perform quality control, equipment calibration, and documentation
• Teach and mentor Pathologist Assistant students and grossing staff

Autopsy & Mortuary Services

• Perform postmortem examinations including evisceration and dissection
• Coordinate legal authorization, documentation, and communication with medical teams
• Assist with organ sampling, photography, and archival documentation
• Support decedent affairs operations including body release, documentation, and family communication
• Maintain morgue cleanliness, safety, and regulatory compliance

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Pathologist Assistant program
• PA (ASCP) Certification required (within 6 months of hire if not already certified)
• 1–2 years of Pathologist Assistant experience preferred
• Education and training meeting CLIA requirements
• Strong knowledge of histologic techniques, laboratory safety, and infection control
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Basic computer proficiency and attention to detail

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider
• Hospitals and Health Care