Travel Pathology Assistant - $3,550 per week

Cross Country Allied; Plymouth (MA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Health insurance

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Cross Country Allied seeks a travel Pathology Assistant for a 13-week assignment in Plymouth, MA. The PA will examine, describe, and dissect gross surgical specimens under pathologist supervision, while coordinating QA activities and preparing statistical reports to support Anatomical Pathology operations.

Requirements include ASCP certification, two years of PA experience, and proficiency with Epic EMR. The role starts 11/09/2026 and ends 02/06/2027, with 40 hours per week and 8-hour day shifts.

Qualifications

• Must be ASCP certified; NAACLS certification preferred.
• Two years of experience required as a Pathology Assistant.
• Examination, description, and dissection of gross surgical specimens is required.
• Coordination of QA activities and preparation of statistical reports.

Responsibilities

• Examine, describe, and dissect gross surgical specimens.
• Triaging tissue for special studies and maintaining logs/forms.
• Coordinate Quality Assurance & Control activities in the department.

Skills

ASCP certified

Two years experience

Attention to detail

Education

ASCP certification

NAACLS certification preferred

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Pathology Assistant for a travel job in Plymouth, Massachusetts.

Job Description & Requirements

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Pathology Assistant for a travel job in Plymouth, Massachusetts.

• Specialty: Pathology Assistant
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 11/09/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Pathology Assistant (PA) Location: Not Specified. This position involves examining, describing, and dissecting all gross surgical specimens under the clinical supervision of pathologists and managing laboratory operations related to Anatomical Pathology. The role requires coordination of Quality Assurance activities and preparation of statistical reports to support laboratory functions.

Job Details

• Certifications/Education/Degrees/Location/Experience: Must be ASCP certified; NAACLS certification preferred. Two years of experience required.
• Schedule: 8-hour day shift, 40 hours per week.
• Responsibilities include examining, describing, and dissecting gross surgical specimens, triaging tissue for special studies, and maintaining logs, forms, and procedure manuals.
• Coordinates Quality Assurance & Control activities in the department, prepares statistical reports, and maintains logs.
• Requirements include current certification and at least two years of experience working as a Pathology Assistant.
• The position starts on 11/09/2026 and ends on 02/06/2027.
• Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system used is Epic.
• The candidate must have been separated from the organization for at least six months to be considered (permanent, per diem, or contract).
• Float: Float rotation may be required.

Benefits

• The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1335522. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: MT - PA Pathology Assistant.

About Cross Country Allied

You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands‑on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus