Pathologists' Assistant

Mass General Brigham Medical Group, Inc.
United States, Massachusetts, Salem
81 Highland Avenue (Show on map)
Mar 11, 2025
Summary Responsibilities include collecting samples, processing laboratory specimens, performing postmortem examinations, conducting research and preparing reports to describe their findings. Essential Functions Dictates gross description and complete dissection of surgical specimens (i.e. type, size, weight, color and anatomical characteristics). Selects and submits tissue sections for microscopic examination. Instructs both formally and informally pathology residents, PA students and medical students in the gross description, dissection and sampling of surgical pathology specimens as well as frozen section specimens. Assists in collecting and submitting tissue for a variety of needs, including controls, teaching, research and tissue/tumor banking. Evaluates tissue to sample for frozen section, cuts and stains frozen sections adequately for telepathology review. Oversees specimen storage in the surgical pathology area, keeps records and discards specimens as necessary. Ensures that proper and legal authorization has been obtained to perform a postmortem examination. Required for All Jobs Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all policies and standards Does this position require Patient Care (indirect/direct)? No Education Bachelor's Degree Clinical Pathology required or Master's Degree Pathologists' Assistant preferred Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Experience Related experience 1-2 years required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Extensive knowledge of human anatomy, tumor staging guidelines and medical terminology. Extensive knowledge of how to approach wide variety of surgical specimens. Effective interpersonal and communication skills in person, over the telephone, via e-mail and other communication devices. Knowledge of basic human pathology. Must be able to lift approximately 20 pounds. Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) Mass General Brigham Medical Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.