Local Contract Pathology Assistant - $75 per hour - Planet Healthcare : Job Details

Planet Healthcare is seeking a local contract Pathology Assistant for a local contract job in Newton, Massachusetts.

• Specialty: Pathology Assistant
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 08/18/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Local Contract

• Master's Degree from NAACLS accredited program required.• AAPA approved Pathologists' Assistant Training Program.• PA(ASCP) certification required.• 1-2 years experience preferred• Extensive knowledge of anatomy, medical terminology, and histologic procedures.• Excellent dissection technical skills and ability to perform frozen sections.• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with a diverse range of hospital staff.• Familiarity with basic computer programs for data entry and clinical information retrieval.• Ability to train and develop staff in surgical pathology techniques. Physical Requirements:• Exposure to biohazardous materials, formaldehyde, hazardous chemicals/fixatives, and potentially infectious organisms.• Frequent use of sharp instruments, such as scalpels and razors.• Lifting up to 50lbs or greater may be required.

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• Medical benefits
• Vision benefits
• Dental benefits
• 401k retirement plan
• Weekly pay
• Referral bonus