Pathology Assistant

About the role

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 role offers opportunities for professional growth, collaboration with experienced pathology professionals, and a culture committed to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Absorb and disseminate knowledge through participation 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Qualifications

• Clear, professional communication defining how you collaborate with pathologists, laboratory professionals, clinical teams, and other healthcare providers.
• Accuracy, attention to detail, and sound professional judgment guiding your work every day.
• Organized and adaptable while managing complex surgical pathology specimens and a fast-paced laboratory environment.
• Patient safety, specimen integrity, and diagnostic accuracy being your top priorities.
• 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 motivating you.
• Taking pride in maintaining the highest standards of quality, compliance, safety, and diagnostic excellence.

Skills

• Effective communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Professional judgment.
• Organizational skills.
• Collaborative teamwork.
• Knowledge of anatomy and pathology.
• Specimen handling and processing skills.
• Quality assurance and improvement.

Benefits

RWJBarnabas Health offers a market-competitive Total Rewards package that includes:

• 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!

Pay

The pay range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey is $57.24 - $74.41 per hour.

Schedule

This role operates on a Day shift.