Laboratory Technician

Yosemite Pathology Medical Group; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 43,056 - 52,624; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Health, dental, vision, life, and well

Mental health support

Paid vacation and sick time

10 paid holidays

Lab scrubs allowance

Job summary

Yosemite Pathology in Modesto, CA seeks an Accessioning Laboratory Technician to manage specimen receipt, processing, and verification across Histology, Cytology, and Molecular teams. The role emphasizes accurate data entry, documentation, and timely processing in a fast-paced, data-driven lab environment.

The position supports a Monday–Friday shift from 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm, working within a professional team committed to high-quality diagnostic services for regional hospitals and physicians.

Qualifications

• Education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma required. Associates degree supplemented with one to three years of experience in a clinical setting preferred.
• Basic knowledge of biology and medical terminology
• Knowledge of handling chemicals and biohazardous materials
• Skill in communication and collaborating both orally and in writing
• Skill in effectively working with all levels of the organization
• Ability to effectively troubleshoot and problem solve issues
• Ability to work independently or in small or large groups
• General knowledge of good laboratory practices and aseptic technique

Responsibilities

• Organize, sort, accession and process patient specimen
• Responsible for data entry and verifying all documentation of specimen received
• Complete all required written documentation legibly and within assigned timeframe
• Organize work by sorting specimens, checking labeling, logging specimens into LIS systems in a timely manner
• Troubleshoot problematic cases requiring investigation and correction
• Triage cases to Pathologist Assistant and Cytology departments
• Complete case assignment reporting to Pathologists
• Specimen filing and disposal preparation
• Perform reagent rotation and disposal on tissue processors
• Perform bone marrow aspirate smears
• Maintain inventory and stocking of department supplies including requisitions and kits for send outs.
• Follow up with verifications and communicate to ensure resolution in a timely manner
• Prioritize with a high emphasis on quality while working in a high-pressure data driven department in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic knowledge of biology and medical terminology
• Knowledge of Cytology, Molecular and Histology accessioning, pre-accessioning and verification requirements for specimen, insurance, and additional testing

Skills

Data entry

Documentation

Communication

Team collaboration

Troubleshooting

Independent/collective work

Laboratory practices

Education

High school diploma

Associates degree (preferred)

Job description

Yosemite Pathology (YP) is a private independent pathologist owned and operated surgical pathology and cytology laboratory based in Modesto, CA. YP provides comprehensive state of the art, reliable, and accurate diagnostic services to its physicians and major area hospitals in the Alameda, Amador, Calaveras, Contra Costa, Kern, Mariposa, Merced, San Joaquin, Solano, Stanislaus and Tuolumne counties.

YP offers a full spectrum of tissue pathology, cytology and histology services, including examination of gynecologic specimens, body fluids and fine needle aspiration specimens. We also offer an extensive array of special stains and immunohistochemistry to assist in the management of oncologic and non-oncologic diseases. The laboratory is supported by highly qualified Histotechnologist, Cytotechnologist, Technicians and office staff who offer excellent service.

Summary/Objective

The Accessioning Laboratory Technician is responsible for the daily operations of the Accessioning department including, but not limited to, specimen receipt process, test order processing, sample processing, material returns and sample verifications. The Laboratory Technician works closely with various functional groups including, but not limited to Histology, Cytology, Molecular, Pathology Assistants, Analytical Laboratory, and Information Technology.

Shift: Monday - Friday 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm

Essential Functions

• Organize, sort, accession and process patient specimen
• Responsible for data entry and verifying all documentation of specimen received
• Complete all required written documentation legibly and within assigned timeframe
• Organize work by sorting specimens, checking labeling, logging specimens into LIS systems in a timely manner
• Troubleshoot problematic cases requiring investigation and correction
• Triage cases to Pathologist Assistant and Cytology departments
• Complete case assignment reporting to Pathologists
• Specimen filing and disposal preparation
• Perform reagent rotation and disposal on tissue processors
• Perform bone marrow aspirate smears
• Maintain inventory and stocking of department supplies including requisitions and kits for send outs.
• Follow up with verifications and communicate to ensure resolution in a timely manner
• Prioritize with a high emphasis on quality while working in a high-pressure data driven department in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic knowledge of biology and medical terminology
• Knowledge of Cytology, Molecular and Histology accessioning, pre-accessioning and verification requirements for specimen, insurance, and additional testing

Job Requirements and Skills

• Education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma required. Associates degree supplemented with one to three years of experience in a clinical setting preferred.
• Basic knowledge of biology and medical terminology
• Knowledge of handling chemicals and biohazardous materials
• Skill in communication and collaborating both orally and in writing
• Skill in effectively working with all levels of the organization
• Ability to effectively troubleshoot and problem solve issues
• Ability to work independently or in small or large groups
• General knowledge of good laboratory practices and aseptic technique

Compensation and Benefits

• The compensation is $47,840 annually (non-exempt) paid semi-monthly on an eight (8) hour per day, forty (40) hour per week. Final salary offer subject to multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise, geographic location of the role, and current market data.
• 401(k) includes an employer match up to 4%
• Robust health plans including dental, vision, life, and mental health support.
• Offer generous annual vacation and sick time.
• 10 paid holidays
• Annual scrub allowance for Lab roles