Pathologist Assistant: Surgical Specimens & Autopsy

Rhode Island Hospital; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 91,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Rhode Island Hospital is seeking a Pathologist Assistant to prepare surgical and autopsy specimens for microscopic examination, including gross description and dissection. You will assist in postmortem examinations and collaborate with residents and medical students.

The role requires a biology background and completion of a PA program, with opportunities to work under supervision and contribute to teaching and workflow efficiency in a busy pathology department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in biology and completion of an accredited pathologist assistant program.
• Pathologist Assistant certification preferred.
• Completion of medical training or related doctoral program may be substituted for Pathologist Assistant certification.
• Professional knowledge and very high level of analytical ability to perform postmortem and tissue examinations.

Responsibilities

• Processes surgical pathology specimens including correctly fixing, cutting, photographing, and sectioning of surgical specimens, including frozen sections and LIS usage.
• Performs postmortem examination under supervision of the pathologist and assists medical students in performing autopsies.
• Works closely with residents and medical students, orienting and teaching.
• Maintains inventory and equipment including preventative maintenance tasks.
• Notifies chief resident, fellow, Director of Surgical Pathology or Director of the resident's program when work is backing up.
• Ensures clean and safe work environment and monitors equipment.
• Monitors hours and activities of grossing staff.
• Performs other duties such as accessioning, billing, and coding.

Skills

Gross dissection skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Pathology knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in biology and accredited pathologist assistant program

Pathologist Assistant certification

Completion of medical training or related doctoral program

Tools

Anatomic pathology computer systems

Job description

Rhode Island Hospital is seeking a Pathologist Assistant to prepare surgical and autopsy specimens for microscopic examination, including gross description and dissection. You will assist in postmortem examinations and collaborate with residents and medical students.

The role requires a biology background and completion of a PA program, with opportunities to work under supervision and contribute to teaching and workflow efficiency in a busy pathology department.