Pathology Assistant - Grossing, Autopsies & Specimens

Desert Valley Hospital & Medical Group; Victorville (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K retirement plan

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Desert Valley Medical Group in Victorville, California, invites applications for a Pathology Mid-Level role to assist with gross examination, dissection, and documentation of surgical specimens under board-certified pathologists. The position supports autopsy procedures as needed and plays a key role in maintaining compliant pathology operations.

The Pathology Assistant works under supervision to ensure accurate specimen handling, embedding, and reporting, with ongoing competency validation and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a life science field is required.
• Completion of a NAACLS-accredited Pathologists’ Assistant program (Master’s level preferred).
• Certification or certification-eligible through ASCP as PA(ASCP).
• Prior experience in a surgical pathology setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform gross examination and dissection of surgical specimens.
• Accurately describe, document, and submit tissue sections for histologic processing.
• Assist in the preparation and execution of autopsies when applicable.
• Photograph specimens and maintain accurate specimen records.
• Ensure quality control and compliance with all regulatory and institutional policies.
• Communicate effectively with pathologists, histotechnologists, and clinical staff.
• Support pathology workflow management and case prioritization during high-volume periods.

Skills

Anatomical knowledge

Attention to detail

Organization

Time management

Communication with clinicians

Education

Bachelor’s degree in life science

NAACLS Pathologists’ Assistant program

PA(ASCP) certification

Tools

Laboratory information systems

Job description

Desert Valley Medical Group in Victorville, California, invites applications for a Pathology Mid-Level role to assist with gross examination, dissection, and documentation of surgical specimens under board-certified pathologists. The position supports autopsy procedures as needed and plays a key role in maintaining compliant pathology operations.

The Pathology Assistant works under supervision to ensure accurate specimen handling, embedding, and reporting, with ongoing competency validation and