Pathologists' Assistant: Histology, Frozen Sections & QC

EGA Associates, LLC; West Haven (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

EGA Associates, LLC is seeking a Pathologists’ Assistant to examine, dissect, and describe surgical and cytology specimens, ensuring accurate patient data and accessioning. The role includes gross photography, dissection, and frozen section procedures, with emphasis on quality control and safety standards.

Qualified candidates will have a NAACLS-accredited PA program and at least 1 year of PA experience. The position follows a 0800-1630, Mon-Fri schedule with no weekends or on-call duties.

Qualifications

• Graduated from a NAACLS-accredited Pathologists’ Assistant program.
• At least 1 year of Pathologists’ Assistant experience.

Responsibilities

• Examine, dissect and perform gross descriptions on surgical and cytology specimens including small and large complex specimens that arrive fresh, fixed and/or in special fixatives for histological processing.
• Ensure accuracy of patient information and specimen accessioning.
• Identify special stains based on pertinent clinical history.
• Perform gross photography, dissection and frozen section.

Skills

1 year experience

Education

NAACLS-accredited Pathologists’ Assistant program

1 year Pathologists’ Assistant experience

Tools

BLS

ASCP

Job description

EGA Associates, LLC is seeking a Pathologists’ Assistant to examine, dissect, and describe surgical and cytology specimens, ensuring accurate patient data and accessioning. The role includes gross photography, dissection, and frozen section procedures, with emphasis on quality control and safety standards.

Qualified candidates will have a NAACLS-accredited PA program and at least 1 year of PA experience. The position follows a 0800-1630, Mon-Fri schedule with no weekends or on-call duties.