Pathology Assistant

University Health; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust benefits

Continuing education

Opportunities for advancement

Top Workplace in Texas

Job summary

University Health is seeking a Pathologist Assistant to join our Anatomic Pathology team. You will lead daily operations in the grossing room, histology lab, and autopsy services, ensuring high standards in patient care, training, and lab excellence.

Under supervision of Board-Certified Pathologists, you will supervise and train staff, maintain safety and regulatory compliance, and contribute to hiring decisions.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree and Pathologist Assistant certification required.
• Knowledge of Texas Administrative Code of Criminal Procedure related to grossing and autopsy processes.
• Experience in a diagnostic lab setting preferred.
• Bonus: managerial or supervisory experience and familiarity with clinical information systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform gross examination and descriptions of surgical pathology specimens.
• Provide technical and operational oversight for the Gross Room, Histology Lab, and Autopsy Service.
• Supervise and train Pathologist Assistants, grossing assistants, and residents on safe and proper lab procedures.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, equipment maintenance, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in hiring decisions and assist in maintaining a high-performing team.

Skills

Diagnostic lab experience

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Education

Undergraduate degree

Pathologist Assistant certification

Job description

We're Hiring: Pathologist Assistant

University Health is seeking an experienced and detail-driven Pathologist Assistant to join our Anatomic Pathology team. In this critical role, you’ll support and lead daily operations in the grossing room, histology lab, and autopsy services—ensuring high standards in patient care, training, and lab excellence.

What You'll Do:

As a Pathologist Assistant, you’ll work under the supervision of Board-Certified Pathologists and:

• Perform gross examination and descriptions of surgical pathology specimens

• Provide technical and operational oversight for the Gross Room, Histology Lab, and Autopsy Service

• Supervise and train Pathologist Assistants, grossing assistants, and residents on safe and proper lab procedures

• Ensure compliance with safety standards, equipment maintenance, and regulatory requirements

• Participate in hiring decisions and assist in maintaining a high-performing team

What We're Looking For:

• Undergraduate degree and Pathologist Assistant certification

• Knowledge of Texas Administrative Code of Criminal Procedure related to grossing and autopsy processes

• Experience in a diagnostic lab setting preferred

• Bonus: Managerial or supervisory experience, and familiarity with clinical information systems

Why Join University Health?

• Work in a high-impact role supporting diagnostic and educational excellence

• Be part of a collaborative, mission-driven environment

• Access robust benefits, continuing education, and opportunities for advancement

• Contribute to an organization recognized as a Top Workplace in Texas