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Anatomic Path Specialist I

Massachusetts General Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
273 Charles Street (Show on map)
Jun 12, 2025
Specializes in the diagnosis and study of diseases by examining tissues, cells, and bodily fluids. Responsible for identifying abnormalities that can help diagnose diseases and manage treatment. This role works independently, under direct and indirect supervision, and performs technical and clerical tasks required for efficient functioning of laboratory and morgue. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: In this role, you'll: Accurately triage and accession specimens, including frozen section specimens. Ensure proper labeling of all received specimens and troubleshoot deficiencies. Coordinate administrative duties for the Autopsy Service, including reconciling daily manifests and obtaining proper patient authorization. Assist with technical duties in the autopsy suite and morgue, including patient identification and specimen collection. Maintain cleanliness and organization of the autopsy suite and laboratory. Skills/Abilities/Competencies Required: Demonstrate efficient knowledge of all equipment operation, tools and procedures specific to assigned area, and effectively troubleshoot issues as they arise. Demonstrate strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal professional relationships with physicians, management, peers, patients, and their families. Demonstrate strong customer service skills, including the ability to use appropriate judgment, independent thinking and creativity when resolving issues and conflict. Must have to ability to handle sensitive and confidential patient information. Education: Baccalaureate degree in biological sciences required. Courses in Medical Terminology and Human Anatomy preferred. Work Experience: One year of related clinical experience preferred. The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.