Pathology Assistant: Surgical Specimens & Autopsy Expert

MedCadre; North Dakota; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MedCadre is seeking a Pathology Assistant to support surgical pathology and autopsy services through specimen processing, gross examination, tissue sampling, and lab coordination. You will work closely with pathologists and staff to ensure accurate and high-quality specimen handling.

The role requires a degree in pathology assisting with ASCP certification preferred and strong knowledge of surgical pathology, anatomy, histology, and LIS usage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Pathology Assistant studies or related field.
• ASCP Pathologists' Assistant certification preferred/required depending on role.
• Strong knowledge of surgical pathology, anatomy, histology, and specimen handling.
• Experience with LIS and laboratory information systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive, identify, accession, and appropriately handle surgical pathology specimens.
• Perform gross examination and dissection of surgical specimens under pathologist supervision.
• Select and submit representative tissue sections for histologic processing.
• Assist with frozen sections and intraoperative consultations as required.
• Prepare and maintain accurate specimen descriptions and documentation.
• Assist with autopsy examinations, including evisceration, dissection, and tissue sampling when applicable.
• Ensure proper labeling, fixation, handling, and storage of specimens.
• Maintain accurate records in the LIS.
• Communicate specimen-related issues and discrepancies to pathologists and laboratory leadership.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
• Follow laboratory safety, infection prevention, HIPAA, and quality control procedures.
• Assist with quality assurance activities and laboratory process improvement.
• Maintain appropriate supplies, instruments, and equipment used for gross examination.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Pathology Assistant studies

Tools

LIS

Job description

MedCadre is seeking a Pathology Assistant to support surgical pathology and autopsy services through specimen processing, gross examination, tissue sampling, and lab coordination. You will work closely with pathologists and staff to ensure accurate and high-quality specimen handling.

The role requires a degree in pathology assisting with ASCP certification preferred and strong knowledge of surgical pathology, anatomy, histology, and LIS usage.