Fairview Health Services·Maplewood, Minnesota
The Pathologists' Assistant performs gross examination and analysis of surgical specimens, including frozen sectioning and photography. They are responsible for selecting and submitting tissue sections for microscopic examination and ensuring accurate sample handling and labeling.
Fairview is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Pathologists' Assistant to join the Pathology team at M Health Fairview St.
John's Hospital.
This is a full-time, day-shift position, with hours generally scheduled Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
No weekends are required.
In this role, you will work collaboratively with pathologists, laboratory professionals, and healthcare teams to support high-quality patient care through the examination and processing of surgical specimens.
The ideal candidate is committed to excellence, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and values teamwork, accuracy, and continuous learning.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly respected pathology team within a leading healthcare organization, where your expertise will directly contribute to accurate diagnoses and positive patient outcomes.
If you are passionate about advancing patient care and are looking for a supportive, collaborative environment where you can make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply.
The Pathologists' Assistant works under the supervision of a board-certified anatomic pathologist.
Responsibilities include gross examination of surgical specimens as well as frozen sectioning, gross photography, and preparing tissue samples for ancillary studies and for various other laboratory evaluations.
Hours will rotate on a weekly basis, and the position will be stationed primarily at one site, with rotation for coverage at another site.
Follows laboratory policies and procedures in the performance of technical duties in the laboratory. Prepares, performs and reports anatomic gross analysis of surgical specimens, reviews dictations for accuracy. Selects, dissects and submits tissue sections for microscopic examination and/or ancillary testing (e.g. flow cytometry, cytogenetics, etc.). Performs gross and microscopic photography as needed. Ensures samples received are handled accordingly to policy and gross room manual and assists gross room staff with sample handling questions. Ensures block labeling, block counts, and processing of grossed samples are exact, and any discrepancies are addressed and communicated promptly.
1 year surgical grossing experience.
Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link foradditional information: https://www.fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract
The posted pay range is for a 40-hour workweek (1.0 FTE).
The actual rate of pay offered within this range may depend on several factors, such as FTE, skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions.
Additionally, our organization values pay equity and considers the internal equity of our team when making any offer.
Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical.
If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.
EEO Statement
EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status
Requires a bachelor's degree in Biochemical Sciences and completion of a NACCLS accredited Pathologist’s Assistant Training Program. Candidates must possess or be eligible for ASCP certification as a Pathologists' Assistant.
Market context
Minnesota pathologist assistant roles are typically tied to hospital and laboratory staffing needs, where employers look for candidates with formal training and certification eligibility. Competition often centers on accredited education, ASCP readiness, and experience with specimen handling and gross examination. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm your NACCLS training and certification status before applying.
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