Pathologists' Assistant

MD Anderson • Houston, TX

66d • $111,000 - $167,000

About The Position

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston is one of the world's most respected centers focused on cancer patient care, research, education and prevention. It was named the nation's No. 1 hospital for cancer care in U.S. News & World Report's 2025-2026 rankings. It is one of the nation's original three comprehensive cancer centers designated by the National Cancer Institute.

Requirements

• Graduation from accredited Pathologist Assistant Program or Bachelor's Degree in Biological sciences or allied health sciences.
• No experience required if graduated from an accredited Pathologist Assistant Program.
• 3 years Experience performing gross examination and evaluation of human surgical and/or autopsy specimens with a Bachelor's degree.
• PA(ASCP) - Pathologists' Assistant American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) certification within 180 Days.

Responsibilities

• Performs gross description and dissection of tissues removed at surgery, including selection and submission of specimens for histological, microbiological, immunological and other specialized testing.
• Reviews and summarizes relevant patient information and verifies proper documentation has been obtained for tissue use in research.
• Provides patient medical history to pathologist.
• Participates in the education of the technical staff, surgical pathology fellows and residents relative to tissue grossing techniques.
• Maintains patient and procedure data relative to the workload and quality assurance of section operations.
• Ensures compliance with accrediting agencies for pathology laboratory activities, including documentation of competency testing.
• Assists section management with oversight of operations and personnel in the surgical pathology and autopsy laboratories by directing workflow issues relative to the collection of patient tissue.
• Other duties as required.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Paid time off
• Retirement
• Tuition benefits
• Educational opportunities
• Individual and team recognition

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees