Pathology Administrative Specialist – Impactful Lab Support

Sonora Quest Laboratories / Laboratory Sciences of Arizona; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonora Quest Laboratories / Laboratory Sciences of Arizona is seeking an administrative-support professional to assist the Surgical Pathology-BUMCT department in Tucson. You will coordinate with physicians, pathologists, clients and staff, prioritizing patient case responsibilities and ensuring compliant operations.

The role emphasizes confidentiality, accurate typing, and strong organizational skills in a demanding healthcare environment with day shifts.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Five (5) years’ total experience in either laboratory or administrative support in a hospital or health care related setting.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is a plus.
• Prior experience supporting mid-level management or physicians is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to onsite department leadership.
• Interact with physicians, pathologists, clients and employees while prioritizing and completing patient case responsibilities.
• Perform all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards.

Skills

Business software

Telephone skills

Communication (oral & written)

Time management

Confidentiality

Typing accuracy

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Education

Associate degree

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Telephone system

Fax machines

Scanners

Copy machines

Calculators

Multi-function printers

Job description

Sonora Quest Laboratories / Laboratory Sciences of Arizona is seeking an administrative-support professional to assist the Surgical Pathology-BUMCT department in Tucson. You will coordinate with physicians, pathologists, clients and staff, prioritizing patient case responsibilities and ensuring compliant operations.

The role emphasizes confidentiality, accurate typing, and strong organizational skills in a demanding healthcare environment with day shifts.