Pathologist Assistant

Pathlink is seeking an experienced Pathologist Assistant for a Part-time position covering East Orange and Passaic, NJ

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Pathologists’ Assistant (PA) to perform comprehensive gross examination, dissection, and preparation of all surgical pathology specimens. This includes routine, complex, and high‑acuity cases. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, organized, and experienced working in a fast-paced pathology environment with strict quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Grossing & Specimen Handling
• Perform gross examination and dissectionof all surgical pathology specimens, including:
• Biopsies
• Small, medium, and large surgical resections
• Complex oncologic specimens
• Dermatopathology specimens
• Transplant, GI, GU, GYN, breast, ENT, and orthopedic cases
• Ensure accurate description, measurement, orientation, and sampling following CAP/CLIA standards and lab protocols.
• Photograph specimens, inking margins, and prepare cassettes for histologic processing.

• Quality, Compliance & Workflow
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the LIS (Laboratory Information System).
• Follow all CAP, CLIA, OSHA, and institutional safety regulations.
• Assist with workflow management to meet turnaround time (TAT) benchmarks.
• Maintain grossing room organization: supplies, equipment, safety checks, and decontamination procedures.

• Collaboration & Support
• Work closely with pathologists to clarify specimen orientation and special handling needs.
• Assist in frozen sections including embedding, cutting, staining, and communicating preliminary findings to pathologists.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and protocol updates.
• Train new staff, residents, or students as needed.

Additional Duties • Prepare specimens for ancillary testing

• molecular pathology, flow cytometry, microbiology, and cytogenetics.