Digital Pathology Technician

Actalent; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Digital Pathology Technician in Los Angeles, CA to support pathology imaging and digital workflow operations in a laboratory environment. The role involves operating whole-slide imaging, preparing slides, validating image quality, and maintaining digital pathology files within LIMS and imaging platforms.

Ideal candidates bring hands-on experience with slide scanners or digital imaging systems, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while

Qualifications

• Experience in digital pathology, pathology imaging, histology, or related healthcare/scientific environments.
• Hands-on experience with slide scanning or digital imaging systems preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance.
• Ability to manage large volumes of digital files and documentation.
• Experience following SOPs and regulated workflows.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate whole-slide imaging and digital pathology scanning equipment.
• Prepare, load, and scan pathology slides according to procedures.
• Review digital images for quality, focus, completeness, and accuracy.
• Identify image defects and coordinate rescans when necessary.
• Ensure proper labeling, tracking, and organization of digital pathology files.
• Upload and maintain images within LIMS and digital imaging platforms.
• Follow standard operating procedures, quality control processes and workflow guidelines.
• Perform basic equipment maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records throughout the scanning process.
• Collaborate with laboratory, operations, and technical teams to meet deadlines and quality standards.

Skills

Digital pathology

Slide scanning

Attention to detail

SOPs & workflows

Time management

Cross-functional teamwork

LIMS familiarity

Tools

LIMS

Digital imaging software

Job description

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Schedule: Full-Time | Monday-Friday

Employment Type: Contract Opportunity

Compensation: Competitive hourly pay based on experience

About The Opportunity

We are seeking a Digital Pathology Technician to support pathology imaging and digital workflow operations within a growing laboratory environment. This position plays a critical role in the digitization, organization, and quality review of pathology slides, helping ensure accurate image capture and efficient management of digital pathology data. The ideal candidate will have experience working with slide scanners, digital imaging systems, pathology workflows, histology operations, or laboratory technology platforms. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys a detail-oriented, technology-driven role and thrives in a collaborative healthcare or research setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate whole-slide imaging and digital pathology scanning equipment
• Prepare, load, and scan pathology slides according to established procedures
• Review digital images for quality, focus, completeness, and accuracy
• Identify image defects and coordinate rescans when necessary
• Ensure proper labeling, tracking, and organization of digital pathology files
• Upload and maintain images within laboratory information systems and digital imaging platforms
• Follow standard operating procedures, quality control processes, and workflow guidelines
• Perform basic equipment maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting
• Maintain accurate documentation and records throughout the scanning process
• Partner with laboratory, operations, and technical teams to support project deadlines and quality standards

Qualifications

• Experience in digital pathology, pathology imaging, histology, laboratory operations, or a related healthcare/scientific environment
• Hands‑on experience with slide scanning, digital imaging systems, or laboratory technology platforms preferred
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance
• Ability to accurately manage large volumes of digital files and documentation
• Experience following SOPs and regulated workflows
• Strong organizational, problem‑solving, and time‑management skills
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating with cross‑functional teams
• Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS), image management software, or digital pathology platforms is a plus

Ideal Backgrounds

Candidates may come from a variety of healthcare, pathology, laboratory, or research environments, including:

• Digital Pathology Technician
• Pathology Imaging Technician
• Histology Technician or Histotechnologist
• Histology Assistant
• Laboratory Technician
• Research Associate or Research Technician
• Slide Scanner Operator
• Digital Imaging Specialist
• Laboratory Operations Specialist

What You'll Gain

• Opportunity to work with advanced digital pathology and imaging technologies
• Exposure to innovative laboratory and healthcare workflows
• Collaborative, team‑oriented environment
• Hands‑on experience supporting digital transformation initiatives in pathology
• Valuable experience working alongside scientific, laboratory, and operations professionals
• Structured onboarding and training to ensure success in the role

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Los Angeles, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $55.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long‑term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Los Angeles, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Los Angeles,CA.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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