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Pathology Assistant
Req #: 0000262497
Category: Laboratory
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: RWJBarnabas Health Corporate Services
Department: Lab CBMC Anatomic Pathology
Pay Range: $57.24 - $74.41 per hour
Location:
94 Old Short Hillls Road, Livingston, NJ 07039
Job Title: Pathology Assistant
Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr
Department Name: Lab CBMC Anatomic Pathology
Req #: 0000262497
Status: Hourly
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $57.24 - $74.41 per hour
Pay Transparency:
The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.
The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.
Pathologists Assistant
At RWJBarnabas Health, Pathologists' Assistants become part of a purpose-driven environment where teamwork, expertise, and compassionate care come together to support exceptional patient outcomes. This Pathologists' Assistant role offers opportunities for professional growth, collaboration with experienced pathology professionals, and a culture committed to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
As a Pathologists' Assistant, you will play a critical role in supporting comprehensive anatomic pathology services under the direction and supervision of a pathologist. You will perform complex surgical specimen examination and dissection, assist with autopsy services, support intraoperative consultations, and ensure the accurate handling, documentation, and processing of specimens. Your expertise in anatomy, pathology, laboratory practices, and specimen management will contribute directly to timely and accurate diagnoses and exceptional patient care.
Joining RWJBarnabas Health means joining a community where every Pathologists' Assistant is encouraged to grow, collaborate, and make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of the patients and communities we serve.
A typical day for a Pathologists' Assistant may include:
- Perform gross examination, description, dissection, and sampling of routine and complex surgical pathology specimens in accordance with established protocols and under the supervision of a pathologist.
- Select and submit appropriate tissue sections for microscopic examination while maintaining specimen integrity and accurate documentation.
- Review clinical history, imaging, and other pertinent information to ensure appropriate specimen examination and processing.
- Perform or assist with intraoperative consultations, including frozen section preparation and related specimen handling.
- Perform and/or assist with postmortem examinations, including evisceration, dissection, specimen collection, and preparation of preliminary anatomic findings, as applicable.
- Ensure accurate specimen identification, labeling, documentation, and handling throughout the gross examination process.
- Perform specimen photography, radiography, and other ancillary procedures as required.
- Communicate effectively with pathologists, laboratory staff, clinical teams, and other healthcare professionals regarding specimen-related issues.
- Participate in quality assurance, quality improvement, safety, regulatory compliance, and laboratory accreditation activities.
- Assist with the education and training of Pathologists' Assistant students, residents, laboratory personnel, and other learners as appropriate.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while complying with institutional policies, infection prevention practices, and applicable regulatory standards.
- Apply professional knowledge and judgment to evaluate specimens, identify potential issues, and ensure appropriate specimen handling and processing.
- Collaborate with pathologists, laboratory leadership, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to support timely and accurate diagnosis.
- Participate in continuing education, professional development, process improvement initiatives, and other activities that support high-quality anatomic pathology services.
- Perform other duties related to Anatomic Pathology operations as assigned.
This role might be for you if:
- Clear, professional communication defines how you collaborate with pathologists, laboratory professionals, clinical teams, and other healthcare providers.
- Accuracy, attention to detail, and sound professional judgment guide your work every day.
- You remain organized and adaptable while managing complex surgical pathology specimens and a fast-paced laboratory environment.
- Patient safety, specimen integrity, and diagnostic accuracy are your top priorities.
- You enjoy working collaboratively with pathologists and interdisciplinary care teams to support exceptional patient outcomes.
- You have a strong understanding of anatomy, pathology, specimen handling, and anatomic pathology laboratory practices.
- Continuous learning, quality improvement, and staying current with anatomic pathology best practices motivate you.
- You take pride in maintaining the highest standards of quality, compliance, safety, and diagnostic excellence.
To be considered for this Pathologists' Assistant opportunity, you must:
- Have a Master's degree from a NAACLS-accredited Pathologists' Assistant program.
- Previous Pathologists' Assistant experience preferred.
- New graduates from an accredited Pathologists' Assistant program are encouraged to apply.
- Experience with complex surgical pathology specimens and autopsy pathology preferred.
- ASCP certification as a Pathologists' Assistant (PA(ASCP)) preferred upon hire.
- Candidates who are not certified at the time of hire must obtain PA(ASCP) certification within one (1) year of employment.
- Maintain required certification and continuing education requirements throughout employment.
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plans
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Life & Accidental Death Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Wellness Programs
- Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
- Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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