Pathologist Assistant - Boston, MA

Pathologist Assistant - Boston, MA - Permanent and Full-Time Hire

Under the general supervision of a Pathologist or the Managing Pathologist Assistant, the Pathologists' Assistant - Certified performs various duties related to accessions, preparation, and performance of human specimen dissection and postmortem examinations. This role also provides technical support to the pathology department and laboratories, ensuring cleanliness, infection control, and compliance with accreditation standards.

Assists in the preparation and performance of human surgical specimen dissection

Provides support to surgical pathology and frozen section services

Maintains and updates autopsy and mortuary policies

Participates in quality control checks and documentation for laboratory equipment

Participates as a team member in the Decedent Affairs Office and mortuary services support

Assists in autopsy procedures, ensuring legal authorization, and coordinating special requests

Cleans and disinfects work areas, equipment, and morgue facilities

Performs other duties as needed

Graduate of an accredited pathology assistant program. Pathologist Assistant ASCP Certification required. Required number of course credits specified by CLIA.

Pathologist Assistant PA (ASCP) Certification required within 6 months of hire. Must already be eligible and scheduled to take exam.

1 to 2 years of experience preferred.

Masters of Health Science Pathologists Assistant Education/training equivalent to the above.