Surgical Pathology PA: Gross Dissection & Specimen Prep

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Milton (MA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Milton, MA is seeking a Pathologists’ Assistant to participate in gross description and dissection of surgical pathology specimens. Under pathologist supervision, you will describe gross features, dissect specimens, and prepare tissue sections for microscopic examination, including frozen sections when applicable.

You will ensure proper accessioning and labeling, obtain clinical records and imaging as needed, and photograph specimens as required.

Qualifications

• B.S. Degree in Biology or related science with completion of a NAACLS approved Pathologists’ Assistant Training Program or ASCP certification.
• Must be ASCP certified or eligible to certify, and certified within one year post-hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist in gross examination and dissection of surgical pathology specimens.
• Describe gross anatomical features under indirect supervision of a pathologist; prepare tissue sections for microscopic analysis, including frozen sections when applicable.
• Ensure proper accessioning and labeling of surgical pathology specimens.
• Obtain relevant clinical records, case history, lab data, scans and X-rays when indicated.
• Photograph specimens as needed.

Education

B.S. Degree in Biology or related science with NAACLS Pathologists’ Assistant Training Program or ASCP certification

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Milton, MA is seeking a Pathologists’ Assistant to participate in gross description and dissection of surgical pathology specimens. Under pathologist supervision, you will describe gross features, dissect specimens, and prepare tissue sections for microscopic examination, including frozen sections when applicable.

You will ensure proper accessioning and labeling, obtain clinical records and imaging as needed, and photograph specimens as required.