Pathology Assistant
Pittsfield, MA
Patterns Hiring
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

The Pathologists' Assistant is responsible for the preparation, gross description and dissection of surgical pathology specimens and the performance of postmortem examinations under the medical direction of the pathologist(s) while implementing the hospital and laboratory missions, goals and objectives.

Additional Requirements: 
 

• Independent judgement and initiative required to schedule, organize, and plan work.
• Responsible for care and accuracy in collection and labeling specimens.
• Flexibility and adaptability in emergency situations including working additional hours or shifts.
• Ability to work efficiently, accurately, and alertly for extended periods of time, and under stress.
• Knowledge of HIS and LIS, assorted laboratory instrumentation appropriate to scope of position and dependent upon current technology.

(PA)ASCP required.  Equivalent certification not accepted.

Submission Requirements

• 2 years experience as Pathology Assistant [required]
• Bachelor degree REQUIRED, Masters [preferred]
• (PA)ASCP / American Society for Clinical Pathology  Required - Equivalent. certification not accepted [REQUIRED] [DOCUMENT]
• Perm address is required for profile.
• Traveler must have their own vehicle for this need.