Pathology Lab Assistant/UKHC

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

Job Title Pathology Lab Assistant/UKHC

Requisition Number RE55771

Working Title Lab Assistant - Surgical Pathology

Department Name H3200:Laboratory Services

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 07

Salary Range $17.50-27.31/hour

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education HS

Required Related Experience 2 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification None

Physical Requirements Standing for long periods, lifting of reagents, pushing and pulling of slide drawers, extended periods of sitting at computer, ability to move around hospital between departments. The position will have exposure to chemicals, blood, body fluids, and tissue.

Shift Monday – Friday, day shift, 40 hrs/wk; hours may vary.

Job Summary The Pathology Lab Assistant facilitates the appropriate, accurate, and timely workload assignment to Pathologist Assistants, histotechs, and pathologists. The lab assistant may receive and accession specimens, handle equipment maintenance, prepare reagent and/or perform other duties as assigned. Experience with medical terminology required. Ability to work with flexibility, efficiency, enthusiasm, and diplomacy is preferred. Demonstrated proficiency in data entry and computer software applications. Must be detail oriented and enjoy working in a team environment.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities General computer skills, including data entry, medical terminology, attention to detail.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience 2 years college or equivalent and knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

Deadline to Apply 09/24/2026

Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.