BHS·Paducah, Kentucky
Responsible for general and advanced clerical procedures within the Pathology Department, including report distribution and charge entry. Assists pathologists with the gross examination of surgical specimens and performs daily histology duties.
Pathology Assistant Full-Time – M-F 3am-11:30am Responsible for the activities of the office of Pathology. Performs general and advanced clerical procedures on a routine basis within the Pathology Department. Job Duties: Prints, corrects and copies pathology reports and autopsy reports and distributes for outside consultation. Types correspondence for pathologists and enters pathology charges in computer as needed. Assists Pathologist or Physician’s Assistant during gross examination of surgical specimens and frozen sections. Performs daily histology duties to process surgical and make slide preparations. Maintains proper storage of slides and blocks.
Requirements: High School Diploma/GED Preferred Requirements: Epic experience Clerical experience Lab experience
Tuition Assistance reimbursement program Paid Time Off available for use upon hire Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave Bereavement Leave (includes pets) Employee Assistance Program Retirement plans with company match If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now! Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Market context
Pathology assistant roles in Kentucky are typically tied to hospital and laboratory operations, where demand often follows patient volume and the need for timely specimen handling and documentation. These positions can be competitive because employers may prefer candidates with Epic experience, clerical skills, and familiarity with lab settings, in addition to a high school diploma or GED. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then highlight any Epic, administrative, or lab experience in your application.