Pathology Lab Assistant: Surgical Pathology, Day Shift

UK HealthCare; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY is seeking a Pathology Lab Assistant to support surgical pathology operations. You will assist with accessioning specimens, basic lab tasks, and data entry, working closely with Pathologist Assistants and histotechnologists.

The role requires a high school diploma and 2 years of related experience or college coursework in medical terminology; the position is a full-time, day-shift staff role with exposure to chemicals and bodily fluids.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent is required.
• 2 years related experience preferred.
• Experience with medical terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accession specimens and assist Pathologist Assistants and histotechs.
• Maintain equipment and prepare reagents as needed.
• Enter data accurately and work in a team environment.

Skills

Data entry

Medical terminology

Attention to detail

Education

HS

Job description

University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY is seeking a Pathology Lab Assistant to support surgical pathology operations. You will assist with accessioning specimens, basic lab tasks, and data entry, working closely with Pathologist Assistants and histotechnologists.

The role requires a high school diploma and 2 years of related experience or college coursework in medical terminology; the position is a full-time, day-shift staff role with exposure to chemicals and bodily fluids.