Pathologists' Assistant at Partner's Healthcare in Boston, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Site: The General Hospital Corporation


At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission-from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.


At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare - people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds - to apply.


We're offering a generous sign on bonus of $10,000 come you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we're eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process.*



Job Summary
Responsibilities include collecting samples, processing laboratory specimens, performing postmortem examinations, conducting research, and preparing detailed reports to document findings.



Qualifications



Essential Functions

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  Gross Dissection: Dictates gross descriptions and performs complete dissections of surgical specimens, documenting characteristics such as type, size, weight, color, and anatomical details.


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  Microscopic Examination: Selects and submits tissue sections for microscopic analysis.


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  Instruction & Training: Provides formal and informal instruction to pathology residents, PA students, and medical students on gross descriptions, dissection, and sampling of surgical pathology and frozen section specimens.


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  Tissue Collection: Assists in the collection and submission of tissue for controls, teaching, research, and tissue/tumor banking.


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  Frozen Section Processing: Evaluates tissue for frozen sectioning, cuts and stains sections, and prepares samples for telepathology review.


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  Specimen Storage Management: Oversees specimen storage within the surgical pathology area, maintains records, and disposes of specimens as needed.


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  Postmortem Examinations: Ensures all proper legal authorizations are obtained before performing postmortem examinations.

Work Environment

• Laboratory and pathology setting.


• Exposure to biological specimens and laboratory equipment.

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree from NAACLS accredited and AAPA approved Pathologists' Assistant Training Program required prior to date of hire.


• PA(ASCP) certification required. Recent graduates must obtain PA(ASCP) certification within 1 calendar year from date of training program completion.


• Two or more years of experience highly desired with preference in academic setting.

*Current MGB employees or former employees (separated from the MGB organization for less than 1 year) are not eligible for the sign on bonus.



Additional Job Details (if applicable)



Remote Type


Onsite



Work Location


273 Charles Street



Scheduled Weekly Hours


40



Employee Type


Regular



Work Shift


Day (United States of America)



EEO Statement:


The General Hospital Corporation is an Affirmative Action 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.



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