Pathologist Assistant

Beth-Israel-Lahey-Health; Milton (MA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Milton in Milton, MA is seeking a Pathologists’ Assistant for a full-time day shift. Under indirect supervision of a pathologist, you will describe gross features, perform dissections, and prepare tissue sections for microscopic examination, including frozen sections when applicable.

Ensure proper accessioning and obtain clinical data as needed. Required qualifications include a B.S.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in biology or related science plus NAACLS Pathologists’ Assistant Training Program or ASCP certification.
• Must be ASCP certified or eligible to certify; certification within one year post-hire is required.
• Strong ability to describe gross anatomy, perform dissections, and prepare tissue sections for microscopic evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in gross examination and dissection of surgical pathology specimens.
• Describe gross anatomic features under pathologist supervision and prepare tissue sections for microscopy.
• Ensure proper accessioning and labeling of specimens.
• Obtain pertinent clinical records and imaging as needed.
• Photograph specimens as required.

Skills

Gross description

Surgical dissection

Tissue preparation

Education

B.S. in Biology or related science

NAACLS Pathologists’ Assistant Training Program or ASCP certification

ASCP certification or eligibility

Job description

Milton, MA • Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Milton • Full-time • DayWhen you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.The Pathologists’ Assistant is engaged in all phases of gross description and dissection of surgical specimens.Job Description:Essential Functions and Responsibilities Include the Following:Assist in the preparation and performance of gross examination and dissection of surgical pathology specimens.Under the indirect supervision of a pathologist, describe gross anatomic features, dissect surgical specimens, and prepare tissue sections for microscopic examination to include preparation of frozen section (when applicable).Assure appropriate specimen accessioning and labeling of surgical pathology specimens.Obtain pertinent clinical records, case history, laboratory data, copies of scans and X-rays, when indicated.Photograph specimens as needed.Required Qualifications:B.S. Degree in Biology or related science with completion of a NAACLS approved Pathologists’ Assistant Training Program or certification as a Pathologists’ Assistant by the ASCPMust be ASCP certified or eligible to certify. Must be certified within one- year post-hire.Pay Range:$55.00 – $74.02The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledJob detailsEmployment: Full-timeHours/Week: 40Shift: DayCategory: PathologyPay Range: $55.00 - $74.02FLSA: Non-ExemptReq ID: JR99308