Pathology Lab Support Technician

Paycom; Bedford (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Paycom Laboratory is seeking a dedicated Laboratory Assistant to support pathology staff with accessioning tissue samples, labeling, data entry and routine slide preparation. You will handle paperwork, prepare reagents and assist with staining under supervision.

The role requires reliability, strong attention to detail and good communication skills. You will work in a fast-paced lab, maintain equipment cleanliness, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance in a professional environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate of Science preferred.
• 1 year of laboratory experience preferred.
• Must be reliable and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication and data-entry skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions/procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and co-workers.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced laboratory environment and multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Accessioning and labeling tissue samples.
• Process paperwork for accessioning and reporting.
• Prepare reagents for tissue processing and slide staining under supervision.
• Perform routine H&E staining manually or automatically.
• Distribute slides to pathologists.
• File blocks and slides; filing paperwork.
• Specimen pickup as needed.
• Perform cover slipping of stained slides.
• Maintain and clean equipment; keep work area organized.
• Ensure compliance with safety, QC, and regulatory standards.

Skills

Reliability

Excellent communication

Independent work

Attention to detail

Data entry

Follow instructions

Team communication

Proficient computer skills

Multi-tasking

Ethics

Initiative

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate of Science (preferred)

Job description

Paycom Laboratory is seeking a dedicated Laboratory Assistant to support pathology staff with accessioning tissue samples, labeling, data entry and routine slide preparation. You will handle paperwork, prepare reagents and assist with staining under supervision.

The role requires reliability, strong attention to detail and good communication skills. You will work in a fast-paced lab, maintain equipment cleanliness, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance in a professional environment.