Pathologist Assistant I: Precision Tissue Analysis

Caris MPI, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Caris Life Sciences in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Pathologist Assistant I to support pathologists in tissue analysis, dissection, slide preparation, and quality control. The role involves reviewing reports, identifying tumor areas, performing macro/microdissection, and assisting with CISH evaluation, ensuring strict adherence to testing protocols and regulatory requirements.

Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant science and appropriate certification (ASCP or ABHES/CAAHEP) or MD;

Qualifications

• Degree in chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology, with certification or training as listed.
• ASCP Cytotechnologist, Pathologist Assistant, or Histotechnologist credentials are required or preferred.
• MD or equivalent with permissible lab training and/or certifications is acceptable.
• Clinical laboratory training program completion or equivalent as part of degree requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist Pathology Operations supervisor in day-to-day pathology/microdissection lab activities.
• Review pathology reports to determine primary site; identify tumor areas on stained slides.
• Dissect tumor areas macro- and microdissection for molecular testing; assist with CISH evaluation.
• Maintain documentation, quality control, and compliance with regulatory agencies.

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical/biological/clinical/medical laboratory science or medical technology

ASCP Cytotechnologist

ASCP/AAPA Pathologist Assistant

ASCP Histotechnologist

MD (foreign trained acceptable)

ABHES/CAAHEP clinical lab training

Job description

Caris Life Sciences in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Pathologist Assistant I to support pathologists in tissue analysis, dissection, slide preparation, and quality control. The role involves reviewing reports, identifying tumor areas, performing macro/microdissection, and assisting with CISH evaluation, ensuring strict adherence to testing protocols and regulatory requirements.

Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant science and appropriate certification (ASCP or ABHES/CAAHEP) or MD;