Histopathology Assistant

Autism Services; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 31,684 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is hiring a Histopathology Attendant for Saskatoon City Hospital. The role involves performing dissection and gross description of surgical tissue specimens and assisting Pathologists with autopsies, while organizing the daily gross room workflow.

The position is a temporary full-time role with a pay band 12 salary. It requires 2 years experience in histopathology and relevant education, with multiple site responsibilities and standard hours during days

Qualifications

• Two (2) years experience as a Histopathology Attendant
• Post-secondary Anatomy and Physiology 1
• Grade 12
• Biology 30 class

Responsibilities

• Performs dissection and gross description of surgical tissue specimens and assists Pathologists with autopsies.
• Organizes daily workflow of the gross room.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Basic computer skills

Education

Post-secondary Anatomy and Physiology 1

Grade 12

Biology 30 class

Job description

Pay Band 12 $23.170 to $24.840 (3 step range)

Posted Date:

29-Jul-2026

Location:

SASKATOON

# of Positions:

1

Employment Terms:

Temporary: Full-Time

Length of Employment:

Temporary

Apply By Date:

06-Aug-2026

Application Information

Position #: 196019

Expected Start Date: August 31, 2026

Union: SEIU

Facility: Saskatoon City Hospital

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Anatomical Pathology - Support

Type: Full-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: August 31, 2028

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days, Standby

Number of Hours per Rotation: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Hours of Work: Standard Hours

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band 12 $23.170 to $24.840 (3 step range)

Travel Required: No

Job Description: Performs dissection and gross description of surgical tissue specimens and assists Pathologists with autopsies. Organizes daily workflow of the gross room.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Multi-Site: Yes

Experience

• Two (2) years experience as a Histopathology Attendant

Education

• Post-secondary Anatomy and Physiology 1
• Grade 12
• Biology 30 class

Competencies

• Analytical skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Basic - Computer skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to work independently

Other Information

• Official Description at: //www.working-for-health.ca/supportjobevaluation
• Valid driver's license, where required
• For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/

About US

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.

About The Team

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