Autopsy Pathology Lab Tech — Detail‑Driven & Compassionate

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational assistance

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Paid parental leave

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

UAB Medicine in Birmingham, AL seeks an Autopsy Support role to assist pathologists with specimen handling, documentation, and postmortem processes. The position blends technical pathology work with compassionate service in sensitive situations.

Responsibilities include preparing and cataloging specimens, coordinating with care teams and families, and ensuring accurate, timely operations within a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, distribute, catalog, and store lab specimens for testing.
• Adhere to specimen identification policies and quality controls.
• Utilize lab and hospital information systems for documentation and record-keeping.
• Provide general administrative support to laboratory staff (filing, responding to client calls, mail).

Skills

Attention to detail

Discretion

Administrative support

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

UAB Medicine in Birmingham, AL seeks an Autopsy Support role to assist pathologists with specimen handling, documentation, and postmortem processes. The position blends technical pathology work with compassionate service in sensitive situations.

Responsibilities include preparing and cataloging specimens, coordinating with care teams and families, and ensuring accurate, timely operations within a hospital setting.