Evening-Shift Dermatopathology Lab Technician

Engineering Management Student Association (EMSA); Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The USC Keck School of Medicine in Los Angeles is seeking a full-time Grossing Technician to perform technical procedures and support the Dermatopathology Laboratory. The role contributes to day-to-day operations and quality control in a large pathology department.

The position involves handling surgical specimens, preparing slides, and assisting with advanced procedures while maintaining safety and efficiency to meet turnaround times.

Qualifications

• Specialized/technical training in medical technology.
• Associate's degree in Medical Technology or equivalent.
• 1 year of laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

• Receive, accession, and triage patient specimens, blocks, and slides.
• Dissect and prepare dermatopathology specimens.
• Perform frozen sections and decalcification.
• Maintain safety and organize lab supplies; monitor inventory.

Skills

Laboratory science knowledge

Chemistry knowledge

Biology knowledge

Medical laboratory technology

Education

Associate's degree in Medical Technology

Bachelor's degree in Biological Science

Job description

The USC Keck School of Medicine in Los Angeles is seeking a full-time Grossing Technician to perform technical procedures and support the Dermatopathology Laboratory. The role contributes to day-to-day operations and quality control in a large pathology department.

The position involves handling surgical specimens, preparing slides, and assisting with advanced procedures while maintaining safety and efficiency to meet turnaround times.