Pathologist Assistant

Pathologist Assistant (260000BQ)

The Pathologist Assistant will perform a variety of duties in the evaluation and processing of patient specimens within defined departmental operating policies, under the direct supervision of a pathologist. Will operate various autopsy and laboratory equipment such as autopsy saw, camera, processors, cryostats, computers and dictation equipment.

Minimum Education
:
Bachelor's Degree B.S./B.A. and Graduate of a NACCLS accredited Pathologist Assistant Program (Required)

Minimum Work Experience
: 1 year – prior work experience in an Anatomic Pathology lab (Preferred)

Required Licenses and Certifications
: PA (ASCP) or eligible. Certification must be obtained within one year of hire. 1 Year (Required)

• Perform post mortem examinations or assist in autopsy procedures by making & closing incisions, eviscerating organs, and specimen collection under pathologist direction.
• Responsible to release bodies from the morgue during regular laboratory.
• Process surgical specimens including proper labeling, fixation, and decalcification per established protocols; perform FNA and Bone Marrow specimen preparation procedures; collect samples for specialized studies, research, toxicology, and microbiology assays.
• Independently perform simple and complex dissection with appropriate dictation based on department guidelines.
• Prepare frozen sections, including cryostat microtomy, staining, cover slipping, and labeling.
• Maintain autopsy and surgical tissue storage and disposal.

• Assist with organization and coordination of Pathology conferences.
• Review patient information and verify all documentation is properly completed.
• Order special stains or microtomy procedures per pathologist request.

• Present cases and relevant materials to pathologists at remote sites via telepathology.
• Exercise judgment on specimens or procedures requiring consultation or evaluation by the medical director or designee.

• Participate in quality improvement review and development of gross room / autopsy procedure manuals.
• Participate in the education of residents and other laboratory staff by developing teaching and educational tools including telepathology functions and limitations.

• Maintain and enhance current knowledge by attending continuing education conferences within the hospital or at the regional/national level.
• Evaluate and use literature and research findings to support laboratory process decisions.
• Perform photomicroscopy for interdepartmental conferences or teaching purposes.

District of Columbia - Washington

CN Hospital (Main Campus) 111 Michigan Avenue NW Washington 20010

Allied Health

Position Status: R (Regular) - FT - Full-Time

Shift: Day

Work Schedule:

Feb 13, 2026, 9:55:17 AM

96512 - 160867.2

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