Pathologists' Assistant

6010 Mass General Brigham Community Physicians, Inc.; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham Community Physicians, Inc. seeks a Pathologists' Assistant to support surgical pathology workflow at onsite facilities. Responsibilities include gross description, dissection, tissue sampling for pathology and research, and guidance to residents and students during grossing procedures.

The role requires anatomy expertise, attention to tumor staging, and strong communication skills. Per diem, onsite at 81 Highland Avenue with day shifts and compliant procedures for specimen

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Pathology required or Master's Degree Pathologists' Assistant preferred.
• 1–2 years related experience required.

Responsibilities

• Dictates gross description and dissection of surgical specimens.
• Selects and submits tissue sections for microscopic examination.
• Mentors pathology residents, PA students and medical students in gross description and sampling.
• Assists in collecting and submitting tissue for teaching, research and tissue banking.
• Oversees specimen storage and proper disposal.
• Ensures legal authorization for postmortem examinations.

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Tumor staging

Medical terminology

Interpersonal communication

Lifting 20 lbs

Education

Bachelor's degree Clinical Pathology

Master's degree Pathologists' Assistant

Job description

Job Summary

Weekday availability is preferred but flexible

Summary Responsibilities

Collecting samples, processing laboratory specimens, performing postmortem examinations, conducting research and preparing reports to describe their findings.

Essential Functions

• Dictates gross description and complete dissection of surgical specimens (i.e. type, size, weight, color and anatomical characteristics).
• Selects and submits tissue sections for microscopic examination.
• Instructs both formally and informally pathology residents, PA students and medical students in the gross description, dissection and sampling of surgical pathology specimens as well as frozen section specimens.
• Assists in collecting and submitting tissue for a variety of needs, including controls, teaching, research and tissue/tumor banking.
• Evaluates tissue to sample for frozen section, cuts and stains frozen sections adequately for telepathology review.
• Oversees specimen storage in the surgical pathology area, keeps records and discards specimens as necessary.
• Ensures that proper and legal authorization has been obtained to perform a postmortem examination.

Required for All Jobs

• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Patient Care (indirect/direct)

No

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree Clinical Pathology required or Master's Degree Pathologists' Assistant preferred

Experience

Related experience 1-2 years required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of human anatomy, tumor staging guidelines and medical terminology.
• Extensive knowledge of how to approach wide variety of surgical specimens.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills in person, over the telephone, via e-mail and other communication devices.
• Knowledge of basic human pathology.
• Must be able to lift approximately 20 pounds.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Work Location, Schedule and Type

Remote Type: Onsite

Work Location: 81 Highland Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0

Employee Type: Per Diem

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

Pay Range: $32.47 - $47.23/Hourly

Grade: 7

Pay & Benefits

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

6010 Mass General Brigham Community Physicians, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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