Senior Pathologists' Assistant Tissue Bank/Frozen Section

Site: Mass General Brigham Incorporated

 

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

 

We're offering a generous sign on bonus of $10,000 to welcome you to our team!

 

Job Summary

This position supports the Frozen Section Laboratory by managing daily workflow and handling surgical pathology cases from start to finish. Responsibilities include tissue procurement for research, specimen accessioning, dissection, sampling, and writing gross descriptions for pathology reports. The role ensures research samples are collected without impacting patient diagnoses, maintains lab quality and safety standards, and supports training for students and residents.

Key Requirements:

- Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical Pathology required or Master’s Degree as a Pathologists’ Assistant preferred
- 2–3 years of Pathologists’ Assistant experience
- Strong knowledge of anatomy, tumor staging, and surgical specimens
- High technical expertise with the ability to work independently

 

Education
Bachelor's Degree Clinical Pathology required or Master's Degree Pathologists' Assistant preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials

Experience
Experience as a Pathologists' Assistant 2-3 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Extensive knowledge of human anatomy, tumor staging guidelines and medical terminology.
- Extensive knowledge of how to approach wide variety of surgical specimens.
- Demonstrates the highest level of technical expertise.
- Must be able to make independent, effective decisions in appropriate situations.
- Must be able to lift approximately 20 pounds.

 

 

Onsite

 

70 Francis Street

 

Pay Range

$99,465.60 - $141,804.00/Annual

 

Grade

8

 

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

 

0100 Mass General Brigham Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

 

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