Join Cambridge Health Alliance as a Pathology Assistant and play a vital role in ensuring optimal patient care through the preparation and processing of surgical specimens. Your expertise will contribute to the efficiency and safety of the Pathology Department.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in the preparation of human surgical specimens
Provide gross descriptions of surgical specimens
Dissect tissue and label for processing
Perform frozen sections and prepare touch preps
Maintain quality control and equipment in the gross room
Participate in team efforts to improve workflow
Train new employees on departmental procedures
Assist in the organization of anatomic pathology conferences
Required Qualifications
Baccalaureate degree
Completion of NAACLS accredited Pathologist’s Assistant program
Current Pathologist’s Assistant certification
Knowledge of human anatomy and medical terminology
Knowledge of Universal precautions and laboratory safety
Preferred Qualifications
Degree in biomedical or health sciences
Masters degree in Health Science
3 or more years experience in a clinical pathology setting
Dictation experience
Experience with Voice recognition
Experience with pathology computer systems
Benefits & Perks
Competitive salariesProfessional development opportunitiesHealth insurancePaid time off (PTO)