Pathologists' Assistant: Surgical Specimens & Postmortems

Berkshire Health Systems; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkshire Medical Center in Pittsfield, MA is seeking a Pathologists' Assistant to assist in the anatomic pathology lab. You will prepare, describe, and dissect surgical specimens and support postmortem examinations under the medical direction of pathologists.

Qualified candidates hold a BA/BS and complete NAACLS PA program; ASCP PATHAT certification is required. Experience preferred; strong organization and flexibility for varying shifts. Competitive pay and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college/university and completion of a NAACLS accredited Pathologists' Assistant program.
• Bachelors-related Master’s degree preferred.
• PATHAT - Certified Pathologist Assistant through ASCP

Responsibilities

• Prepare, grossly describe, and dissect surgical pathology specimens.
• Perform postmortem examinations under the medical direction of pathologists.

Skills

Independent judgment

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

HIS/LIS knowledge

Education

Baccalaureate degree

NAACLS PA program

Master's degree preferred

Tools

HIS/LIS knowledge

Job description

Berkshire Medical Center in Pittsfield, MA is seeking a Pathologists' Assistant to assist in the anatomic pathology lab. You will prepare, describe, and dissect surgical specimens and support postmortem examinations under the medical direction of pathologists.

Qualified candidates hold a BA/BS and complete NAACLS PA program; ASCP PATHAT certification is required. Experience preferred; strong organization and flexibility for varying shifts. Competitive pay and benefits offered.