Pathology Lab Assistant: Specimen Processing & Cytology

Lexington Clinic; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Lexington Clinic is seeking a Pathology Laboratory Assistant to support the pathology lab under the Pathology Manager. The role involves patient accommodative services, technical procedures, and clerical duties to enhance laboratory productivity.

Responsibilities include specimen pickups, cytology processing, surgical accessioning, and assisting with bone marrow and frozen section specimens; knowledge of tissue types and protocols is expected. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Formal training that is indicated by a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in health care or laboratory setting preferred.
• One year of pathology and/or cytology specimen processing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support laboratory productivity by performing patient accommodative services and clerical duties.
• Handle specimen pickups and cytology processing.
• Assist with bone marrow and frozen section specimens and surgical accessioning.
• Demonstrate knowledge of human tissue types and laboratory protocols.

Skills

Patient care

Laboratory assistance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Lexington Clinic is seeking a Pathology Laboratory Assistant to support the pathology lab under the Pathology Manager. The role involves patient accommodative services, technical procedures, and clerical duties to enhance laboratory productivity.

Responsibilities include specimen pickups, cytology processing, surgical accessioning, and assisting with bone marrow and frozen section specimens; knowledge of tissue types and protocols is expected. Equal opportunity employer.