Night Anatomic Pathology Lab Technologist

Laboratory Sciences of Arizona; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Laboratory Sciences of Arizona in Tucson, AZ, is seeking an AP Lab Tech for night shift to support receipt and processing of pathology specimens, and to perform waived tests and pre-analytical duties.

You will assist in the histology section, train new staff, and contribute to quality control and assurance programs under supervision. An ASCP HT pathway or related certification within 6 months is required, with cross-training across AP areas encouraged.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree and eligibility for ASCP HT registry (or HT registry) within 6 months of hire.
• Willingness to cross-train in all areas of Anatomic Pathology.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive, examine and process pathology specimens for testing.
• Prepare samples for analytical testing and perform waived tests.
• Assist in other AP lab tasks including QC/QA and training new staff.
• Support grossing area under supervision of a Certified Pathologist Assistant.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to multi-task

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor’s degree with Anatomic Pathology certification

Job description

Laboratory Sciences of Arizona in Tucson, AZ, is seeking an AP Lab Tech for night shift to support receipt and processing of pathology specimens, and to perform waived tests and pre-analytical duties.

You will assist in the histology section, train new staff, and contribute to quality control and assurance programs under supervision. An ASCP HT pathway or related certification within 6 months is required, with cross-training across AP areas encouraged.