Pathology Assistant: Surgical Specimen Processing & Support

Palomar Health; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Palomar Health is seeking a part-time Laboratory-Pathology support role in Escondido, CA. The position handles processing of surgical specimens and assists Pathologists during examinations, while maintaining instruments and ordering tests in the system.

The role requires a high school diploma, basic lab experience, and solid computer literacy (MS Windows, Excel, Word, Outlook, Access). Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 6 months in a laboratory environment.
• 1–2 years in a laboratory or pathology related environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process surgical specimens and assist Pathologists during examination.
• Maintain instruments and equipment.
• Register and order tests in the computer.
• Speak and read English sufficiently to perform essential functions.
• Follow Palomar Health policies and procedures.

Skills

English proficiency

Keyboarding

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Windows

Excel

Access

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook/Email

Internet

Job description

Palomar Health is seeking a part-time Laboratory-Pathology support role in Escondido, CA. The position handles processing of surgical specimens and assists Pathologists during examinations, while maintaining instruments and ordering tests in the system.

The role requires a high school diploma, basic lab experience, and solid computer literacy (MS Windows, Excel, Word, Outlook, Access). Equal opportunity employer.