Pathology Technician

Job Title

Summary

Location: 10833 Le Conte Ave, Room A7-215A, Los Angeles, CA 90025

Duration: 1 year contract (will consider candidates interested in a shorter assignment)

Shift: The hours could be between 9am – 8:30pm, but can be flexible.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the Anatomic Pathology Department under the supervision and direction of the Chief of Anatomic Pathology, Director of Operations, Anatomic Pathology, and/or the Clinical Specialist – Supervisor.
• Perform description, photographing, and grossing of specimens.
• Assist with frozen sections.
• Assist with administrative functions including preparation and administrative maintenance of protocols, procedures, reports, data, and instruments.
• Perform administrative, budgetary, teaching, and other duties as required.

Requirements

• 1 year experience as Pathologists' Assistant.
• PA(ASCP) certified or eligible for and pass PA(ASCP) within 12 months after hire.
• Must have a bachelor's degree in a biological or health sciences field (e.g., biology, biomedical science, etc.).
• Completion of a Pathologists' Assistant educational program accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS).
• Currently working as a Pathologists' Assistant with a decent work history in the role.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with administrative functions in a clinical setting.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.