Pathology Assistant - Senior

Mass General Brigham; Dover (NH); On-site; USD 87,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Senior Pathology Assistant to support the Frozen Section Laboratory operations, including tissue procurement for research and handling surgical pathology cases. The role includes accessioning, gross description, dissection, sampling, and preparing gross descriptions for reports.

The position requires a Bachelor's in Clinical Pathology or a Master’s in Pathologists' Assistant, with 2–3 years’ experience (5+ preferred).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Pathology required or Master's Degree Pathologists' Assistant preferred.
• 2–3 years of Pathologists' Assistant experience; 5+ years preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of human anatomy, tumor staging guidelines, and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Organizes workflow for clinical case processing and maintains tissue banking logs.
• Procures research tissue promptly without affecting diagnosis or care.
• Instructs pathology residents and PA students on gross description, dissection, and sampling.
• Supports policy updates to maintain lab quality, efficiency, and safety.
• Assists with preparing case materials for conferences and studies.

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Tumor staging knowledge

Medical terminology

Independent decision making

Physical stamina

Education

Bachelor's degree in Clinical Pathology

Master's degree in Pathologists' Assistant

Job description

Site: Massachusetts General Physicians Organization, Inc.Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.Job SummarySenior Pathology Assistant- Full TimeSummary-Responsible for supporting the daily operations of the Frozen Section Laboratory, including tissue procurement for research and the processing of surgical pathology cases. Performs a variety of tasks, including specimen accessioning, gross description, dissection, tissue sampling, and tissue selection, as well as preparing the gross description portion of surgical pathology reports.Does This Position Require Patient Care?NoEssential Functions-- Organizes and coordinates the workflow for clinical case processing and maintains tissue banking logs.- Ensures research tissue is procured in a timely manner without compromising patient diagnosis or care.- Provides formal and informal instruction to pathology residents, Pathologists’ Assistant (PA) students, and medical students on the gross description, dissection, and sampling of surgical pathology specimens, including frozen section specimens.- Recommends and implements policies and procedures to maintain laboratory quality, efficiency, and safety.- Follows departmental guidelines when fulfilling requests for specimen acquisition for departmental or interdepartmental purposes, including clinical studies, teaching, and research.- Assists staff with preparing case materials and photographic documentation for clinical or research conferences and special studies.QualificationsEducation Bachelor's Degree Clinical Pathology required or Master's Degree Pathologists' Assistant preferredCan this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? NoExperience- Experience as a Pathologists' Assistant 2-3 years required; 5 or more years preferredKnowledge, Skills and Abilities - Extensive knowledge of human anatomy, tumor staging guidelines and medical terminology. - Extensive knowledge of how to approach wide variety of surgical specimens. - Demonstrates the highest level of technical expertise. - Must be able to make independent, effective decisions in appropriate situations. - Must be able to lift approximately 20 pounds.Additional Job Details (if applicable)Physical RequirementsStanding Frequently (34-66%)Walking Frequently (34-66%)Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbsPushing 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%)Remote TypeOnsiteWork Location789 Central AvenueScheduled Weekly Hours40Employee TypeRegularWork ShiftDay (United States of America)Pay Range$86,611.20 - $126,027.20/AnnualGrade8At 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. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.EEO Statement:1300 Massachusetts General Physicians Organization, 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.Mass General Brigham Competency FrameworkAt Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.