Pathologist Assistant: Precision Oncology & Microdissection

Caris Life Sciences; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Caris Life Sciences is seeking a Pathologist Assistant I to assist in organizing and performing pathology tasks within a study. You will support pathologists, dissect tumor areas, and help with specimen triage and data organization.

The role requires strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and adherence to strict protocols. Prior certification or ABHES/CAAHEP training is highly valued; travel and flexibility may be involved.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical/biological/clinical or medical laboratory science and applicable certification.
• Alternative: MD with foreign training or BS with required course hours and ABHES/CAAHEP training.
• Completion of ABHES/CAAHEP-accredited clinical lab training or related training.
• Three months of documented laboratory training in high-complexity testing.

Responsibilities

• Assist Pathology Supervisor in day-to-day pathology/microdissection operations.
• Read pathology reports to determine primary site; identify tumor areas on stained slides.
• Organize slides, data, and generate tables; prioritize and triage specimens.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with safety and regulatory requirements.
• Perform QC/QA tests and document results; report issues to supervisor.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Analytical skills

Color discrimination

Education

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

Certified Cytotechnologist (ASCP)

Pathologist Assistant (ASCP or AAPA)

Histotechnologist (ASCP)

ABHES/CAAHEP accredited clinical lab training

3 months documented high complexity lab training

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems

Job description

Caris Life Sciences is seeking a Pathologist Assistant I to assist in organizing and performing pathology tasks within a study. You will support pathologists, dissect tumor areas, and help with specimen triage and data organization.

The role requires strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and adherence to strict protocols. Prior certification or ABHES/CAAHEP training is highly valued; travel and flexibility may be involved.