Pathologists Assistant (ASCP)

Pride Health; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 121,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Pride Health in Needham, MA is seeking a Pathologists' Assistant for a 3‑month assignment in the Anatomical Pathology Laboratory. The role requires CAP‑accredited lab experience and ASCP PA certification, with a 3:00 PM–11:30 PM shift.

The position involves grossing surgical pathology specimens, documenting results, and collaborating with pathologists to maintain CAP standards in a high‑volume setting.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of grossing experience in CAP-accredited lab
• ASCP PA(ASCP) certification required or HTL (ASCP) with 3-5 years grossing experience
• Experience with CAP laboratory standards and grossing protocols

Responsibilities

• Gross and examine surgical pathology specimens following lab protocols
• Process GI, prostate, breast core biopsies, skin excisions, GYN, POC, and other small biopsies
• Ensure accurate specimen documentation and reporting
• Maintain compliance with CAP, lab, and QA standards
• Collaborate with pathologists and staff to support workflow
• Utilize LIS for specimen tracking and documentation

Skills

Grossing experience

Surgical pathology knowledge

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Pathologists' Assistant studies or related field

Tools

Epic Beaker

Dragon Voice dictation

Job description

Pride Healthis seeking aPathologists' Assistantto join the Anatomical Pathology Laboratory inNeedham, MA 02494. This is a3 Month assignment(Possibility of extension). opportunity and a great way to start working with a top-tier healthcare organization!

Additional Information

• Shift:Monday-Friday | 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM /40 Hours/Week
• Contract:3 Months with possible extension

Travel Gross Pay: $2650 - $2760/Week

*Offered pay rate will be based on education, experience, and healthcare credentials.

Job Description

This role is responsible for the accurate gross examination and dissection of surgical pathology specimens while ensuring compliance with CAP laboratory standards. The ideal candidate will have strong grossing experience in a high-volume, CAP-accredited laboratory.

Key Responsibilities

• Gross and examine surgical pathology specimens following laboratory protocols.
• Process GI, prostate, breast core biopsies, skin excisions, GYN, POC, and other small biopsy specimens.
• Ensure accurate specimen documentation and reporting.
• Maintain compliance with CAP, laboratory, and quality assurance standards.
• Collaborate with pathologists and laboratory staff to support workflow.
• Utilize laboratory information systems for specimen tracking and documentation.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degreein Pathologists' Assistant studies or related field.
• ASCP Pathologists' Assistant (PA(ASCP)) certification required.
• 3-5 years of grossing experiencein a CAP-accredited laboratory.
• OR HTL (ASCP) certification with 3-5 years of grossing experiencein a CAP-accredited laboratory.
• Strong knowledge of surgical pathology grossing protocols.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience withEpic Beaker.
• Familiarity withDragon Voicedictation software.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

For workers in the United States, PrideGlobal and it's affiliates offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Equal Employment Opportunity

PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Fair Chance Employment

PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.

Only applicable for Kentucky positions: For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793.