Pathologist Assistant

Berkshire Health Systems; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkshire Medical Center in Pittsfield, MA is seeking a Pathologists' Assistant to assist in the anatomic pathology lab. You will prepare, describe, and dissect surgical specimens and support postmortem examinations under the medical direction of pathologists.

Qualified candidates hold a BA/BS and complete NAACLS PA program; ASCP PATHAT certification is required. Experience preferred; strong organization and flexibility for varying shifts. Competitive pay and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college/university and completion of a NAACLS accredited Pathologists' Assistant program.
• Bachelors-related Master’s degree preferred.
• PATHAT - Certified Pathologist Assistant through ASCP

Responsibilities

• Prepare, grossly describe, and dissect surgical pathology specimens.
• Perform postmortem examinations under the medical direction of pathologists.

Skills

Independent judgment

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

HIS/LIS knowledge

Education

Baccalaureate degree

NAACLS PA program

Master's degree preferred

Tools

HIS/LIS knowledge

Job description

Berkshire Medical Center · BMC Lab Anatomic Path

Hourly Pay Range: 48.0200 through 72.0400

Non-Scheduled , Shift 1 , 0 , 7:30am - 4:00pm

Monday - Friday

Posted 09/04/2026

DEFINITION/PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

The Pathologists' Assistant is responsible for the preparation, gross description and dissection of surgical pathology specimens and the performance of postmortem examinations under the medical direction of the pathologist(s) while implementing the hospital and laboratory missions, goals and objectives.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

(Minimum qualifications are required unless stated otherwise.)

Experience:

Previous experience as a Pathologists' Assistant preferred.

Education and Training:

Baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college/university and successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Pathologists' Assistant program. Masters degree preferred.

License, Certification & Registration:

PATHAT - Certified Pathologist Assistant through ASCP

Other Requirements:

Independent judgement and initiative required to schedule, organize, and plan work. Responsible for care and accuracy in collection and labeling specimens. Flexibility and adaptability in emergency situations including working additional hours or shifts. Ability to work efficiently, accurately, and alertly for extended periods of time, and under stress. Knowledge of HIS and LIS, assorted laboratory instrumentation appropriate to scope of position and dependent upon current technology.

The minimum and maximum of the hourly pay range for this position is shown above. Actual rates of pay may vary based on a range of factors including but not limited to experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, a competitive retirement plan contribution and a paid time off program.