Pathologists' Assistant: Gross Specimens & Lab Prep (Day)

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Plymouth (MA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Plymouth, MA is seeking a Pathologists' Assistant to perform gross examination, dissection, and preparation of specimens for histologic evaluation. You will work under board-certified Anatomic Pathologists, assist with frozen sections, and participate in training and procedure development.

The role requires a BA/BS and NAACLS-accredited Pathologists' Assistant training, with eligibility for PA (ASCP).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college/university.
• Successful completion of an NAACLS accredited Pathologists' Assistant program.
• Ability to communicate effectively with laboratory personnel and pathologists.

Responsibilities

• Gross description and dissection of surgical tissues.
• Submission and preparation of specimens for histologic testing.
• Gross specimen photography and documentation.
• Process improvement and participation in conferences.
• Handling of frozen sections and touch preparations for rapid interpretation.
• Training of new employees and review of procedures.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

NAACLS Pathologists' Assistant program

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Plymouth, MA is seeking a Pathologists' Assistant to perform gross examination, dissection, and preparation of specimens for histologic evaluation. You will work under board-certified Anatomic Pathologists, assist with frozen sections, and participate in training and procedure development.

The role requires a BA/BS and NAACLS-accredited Pathologists' Assistant training, with eligibility for PA (ASCP).