Pathologist Assistant II PD

Women & Infants Hospital; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Women & Infants Hospital is seeking a Pathologists’ Assistant II with responsibilities including assisting pathologists in planning daily schedules for anatomic labs, examining surgical specimens, and providing gross descriptions for microscopic review. The role involves photographing and cataloging specimens, coordinating pathology photo storage, and training residents and students.

Applicants should have PA (ASCP) certification; a NAACLS-accredited program with a master's degree is preferred,

Qualifications

• Pathologists’ Assistant Certification required (ASCP).
• Master's Degree preferred from NAACLS-accredited program or at least two years experience as Pathologists’ Assistant, or equivalent experience.
• Good working knowledge of MS Excel, MS Word, and Adobe Acrobat; strong interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and organizing daily work schedule in dissection rooms and pathology areas.
• Perform examinations of surgical specimens and provide accurate gross descriptions for microscopic examination.
• Photograph and catalog specimens.
• Coordinate inventory, storage and retrieval of pathology photos, reports, and X-rays.
• Orient and train residents, students and new employees.
• Keep abreast of developments and implement new techniques as appropriate.
• Preserve patient and employee confidentiality.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

MS Excel

MS Word

Adobe Acrobat

Education

NAACLS-accredited Pathologists0Assistant program (Master's preferred)

Pathologists0Assistant Certification (ASCP)

Two years experience as Pathologists0Assistant

Job description

Job Summary

The Union Pathologists’ Assistant (PA) II is responsible for assisting the pathologists in planning and organizing the daily schedules for the anatomic laboratory areas. Performs examinations of surgical specimens, participates in interpretation and diagnosis, and photographs/x-rays specimens. Coordinates inventory and storage of materials, assists with administrative duties, trains residents and students, and participates in research related duties. The Pathologist Assistant II works cooperatively to perform duties across all CNE operating units.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists with planning and organizing daily work schedule in dissection rooms and other pathology areas.
• Performs examinations of surgical specimens, and provides accurate and thorough gross descriptions with indications as to which portions are selected for microscopic examination.
• Photographs and catalogues specimens.
• Coordinates the inventory, storage and retrieval of all pathology photos, reports and x-rays.
• Orients and trains residents, students and new employees.
• Keeps abreast of developments in field of expertise, implementing new techniques as appropriate.
• Preserves and protects patient and employee rights to confidentiality.

Requirements

• Performs other job-related duties as required or requested.
• Pathologists’ Assistant Certification required PA (ASCP). Masters Degree preferred from an approved NAACLS accredited program or at least two years experience as Pathologists’ Assistant, or equivalent combination of work and education experience.
• A working knowledge or commitment to master the utility of certain computer software such as MS Excel, MS Word, and Adobe Acrobat is strongly recommended. Good interpersonal communication skills are necessary.

Repost Internal Posting Period

5/27/26-6/5/26

About Us

Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions, Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, is a trusted, integrated health care organization that fuels the latest advances in medical research, attracts the nation’s top specialty-trained doctors, hones renowned services and innovative programs, and engages in the important discussions people need to have about their health and end-of-life wishes. Care New England is helping to transform the future of health care, providing a leading voice in the ongoing effort to ensure the health of the individuals and communities we serve.

EEO Statements

Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case‑by‑case basis.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status

Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.