Pathologists' Assistant

6 days ago


Boston, United States Boston Children's Hospital Full time
Job Posting Description

At Boston Children's Hospital, the quality of our care - and our inclusive hospital working environment - lies in the diversity of our people. With patients from local communities and 160 countries around the world, we're committed to reflecting the spectrum of their cultures, while opening doors of opportunity for our team. Here, different talents pursue common goals. Voices are heard and ideas are shared. Join us, and discover how your unique contributions can change lives. Yours included.

The Pathologists' Assistant is responsible for the following:
  • Performs dissection and gross description of a full range of surgical pathology specimens.
  • Ensures accuracy in dictation and appropriateness of tissue submitted for microscopic evaluation.
  • Appropriately triages tissue for different types of fixation and special studies.
  • Assists with the collection and storage of tissue for bio-banking and provides support for clinical and research requests involving bio-banked tissue.
  • Orients and trains medical students, residents, fellows and less experienced personnel on gross room procedures and specimen processing techniques.
  • Photographs and x-rays specimens as needed for diagnostic study, research and clinical studies.
  • Assigns accession numbers to patient specimens and uses LIS to enter and edit patient information, track specimens and pathology materials and correct charges.
  • Demonstrates competency with department equipment, computer systems and the dictation system.
  • Troubleshoots issues that arise around specimen acceptability and specimen handling and works with management and other departments for effective resolution.
  • Uses clinical judgement to make decisions in the grossing area and assists with maintaining operations.
  • Performs post-mortem examinations, including assistance with obtaining authorizations, autopsy set-up, photography and x-rays, tissue collection, patient release and clean-up.
  • Assists in keeping work areas clean, organized and in compliance with all safety regulations.
  • Assists with effective inventory management.
  • Maintains established department policies, procedures and objectives and adheres to all safety and regulatory requirements.

The Pathologists Assistant must have the following:

  • -Pathologists' Assistant -OR Pre-2010: Biological science or closely related field
  • -NAACLS accredited Pathologists' Assistant Master's degree -OR Pre-2010: Bachelor's and 3 years supervised internship

Boston Children's Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
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Boston Children's Hospital requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and Flu, (unless you are eligible for a medical or religious exemption).

Boston Children's Hospital is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.



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