CarolinaEast·New Bern, North Carolina
The Pathology Assistant is tasked with the accurate and timely processing of various laboratory specimens. This includes performing comprehensive macroscopic examination and evaluation of all surgical pathological specimens.
We are currently staffed with 1 experienced PA and have 1 newly approved full-time PA position to proactively prepare for continued growth! In 2024 and 2025, the surgical case volume was 10,244 and 12,394, respectively. Available shift: 10:00AM-6:30PM, Monday-Friday Work at a single location – CarolinaEast Health System in New Bern, North Carolina. New Bern is a lovely community with a thriving downtown and close to the beach. Perform gross description and dissections to include all surgical specimen complexity. No autopsies, PA students, or residents. Weekday frozen section service coverage (average 2-3 per week) Collaborate with pathologists, surgeons, and anatomic pathology laboratory personnel. Gross Room equipment/software: Epic Beaker, Dragon DMO, Stryker Bone Saw, PathStation camera (gross photography), Mikroscan slide scanner, and 2 Mopec grossing stations. Graduate of a NAACLS accredited Master’s degree Pathologists’ Assistant program Pathologists’ Assistant ASCP certification Prior experience is preferred, but new graduates are welcome to apply!
Graduate of a NAACLS accredited Master’s degree Pathologists’ Assistant program Pathologists’ Assistant ASCP certification Prior experience is preferred, but new graduates are welcome to apply! Perks: Competitive salary Comprehensive benefits including health insurance and continuing education reimbursement
Market context
In North Carolina, Pathologist’s Assistant openings are typically tied to hospital pathology labs and health systems that need support with specimen processing and surgical pathology workflows. These roles are competitive because employers usually require NAACLS program completion and ASCP BOC certification, along with a relevant bachelor’s or master’s degree. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification status and training details before applying.