Pathology Support Specialist for GI Pathology Lab in SW Portland

Pathology Support Specialist for GI Pathology Lab in SW Portland Job Category: Clinical Staff Requisition Number: PATHO005307 Posted : May 21, 2026 Full-Time Locations Showing 1 location Portland, OR 97225, USA Description Make an Impact at The Oregon Clinic! Premium Benefits, Competitive Pay, and Inspiring Purpose Join us at The Oregon Clinic as a full-time Pathology Support Specialist. Work alongside a collaborative team of patient-focused colleagues and physicians in our Gastroenterology West Pathology Lab located in Southwest Portland. Each patient receives the highest value care tailored to their needs. Every person at TOC makes a difference in our mission of delivering world-class care with kindness and empathy. As a member of our team, you have the opportunity to make a valuable impact within the local community and our ecosystem of care. By providing patients and internal and external stakeholders with a consistent, efficient, and easy experience, you’ll help ensure that patients at The Oregon Clinic Gastroenterology West Pathology Lab receive the highest value care tailored to their needs. Using excellent customer service and communications skills, your primary duties in this phone-based role include: Responsible for general laboratory functions and assisting with the overall delivery of patient care in the department. Provides essential support to the pathology laboratory by ensuring accurate specimen handling and maintaining laboratory organization. Maintains accurate records and enters data into laboratory information systems. Ensure proper storage and tracking of specimens throughout the testing process. Assist pathologists and laboratory staff with routine procedures and clerical matters. Maintains a comfortable, orderly, safe, and clean lab environment/equipment. Acts as liaison between clinical staff and lab staff for missing lab results and other departments to resolve specimen or documentation discrepancies. Sorts incoming faxes to distribute to pathologists as needed. Receives requests for materials to be sent to other institutions for further testing in a timely manner. Receives requests from pathologists to send tissues for additional testing. Receives materials back into the lab and documents accordingly. Distributes and files H&E slides. Files tissue blocks into storage after return. Makes Malignancy notifications. Performs daily in-clinic specimen processing and runs quarterly QC events and any CLIA waived testing as needed. Updating records as needed. Other duties as assigned. Hiring range, based on experience and credentials: $22.23 - $30.07 per hour. Workdays: This role is located at the Peterkort Centre. Typical hours are Monday-Friday, (8:30 am-5:00 pm). Qualifications that support success in this role are based on education, experience and values including: High school diploma or equivalent required. Prior experience in a healthcare lab setting required. Pathology Lab experience is a plus! Prior experience with EPIC/AP Beaker LIS is strongly preferred. Knowledge of correct procedures for the handling and disposing of specimens and bio-hazardous infectious waste. Demonstrated ability to initiate, work independently, and effectively multitask. Excellent attendance and work ethic. Positive attitude and desire to be a team player. Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with patients, physicians and other team members. A commitment to patient-focused care, privacy, and safety. Make an impact in patient-focused healthcare. Look forward to coming to work and feel good about the work you do - apply today! Healthcare: Employee is 100% covered Medical, Dental, and Prescription Insurance Financial Wellbeing: Generous 401(k) plan and Flexible Spending Account options Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off plus 9 paid holidays annually Wellness Support: Robust wellness program and employee assistance services Commuter Benefits: 70% of Tri-Met transit pass covered Additional Perks: Employee discounts and optional benefits like Pet Insurance Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Oregon Clinic