Pathologists' Assistant - Per Diem

Mass General Brigham•Dover, NH

10d•$34 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

The Pathologists' Assistant prepares and examines surgical pathology specimens, assists with postmortem examinations, supports research and educational activities, and documents findings to support accurate diagnosis and evaluation. This is a per diem, onsite role at Massachusetts General Physicians Organization, Inc. The position does not require patient care and is scheduled for a day shift, with zero scheduled weekly hours.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Clinical Pathology required; a master's degree in Pathologists' Assistant is preferred.
Related experience of 2–3 years required; experience cannot be accepted in lieu of a degree.
Extensive knowledge of human anatomy, tumor staging guidelines, and medical terminology.
Extensive knowledge of how to approach a wide variety of surgical specimens.
Effective interpersonal and communication skills in person, over the telephone, via email, and through other communication devices.
Knowledge of basic human pathology.
Must be able to lift approximately 20 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Pathologists' Assistant.

Responsibilities

Dictate gross descriptions and completely dissect surgical specimens, documenting characteristics such as type, size, weight, color, and anatomical features.
Select and submit appropriate tissue sections for microscopic examination.
Provide formal and informal instruction to pathology residents, Pathologists’ Assistant students, and medical students on gross description, dissection, and sampling of surgical pathology and frozen section specimens.
Assist with collecting and submitting tissue for quality control, teaching, research, and tissue or tumor banking.
Evaluate tissue for frozen section analysis and prepare, cut, and stain frozen sections for telepathology review.
Oversee specimen storage in the surgical pathology area, maintain accurate records, and ensure specimens are discarded appropriately.
Verify that proper legal authorization has been obtained before performing postmortem examinations.