Pathology Lab Technician — Tissue Processing & Diagnostics

CommonSpirit Health; Long Beach, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center in Long Beach, CA, is seeking a Pathology Lab Assistant to perform essential technical and clerical tasks related to processing of tissue and body fluids, supporting the pathologist in diagnosis.

You will conduct gross examinations, coordinate with histology staff, ensure proper specimen handling, CPT coding accuracy, and maintain archives, under supervision. Bachelor's degree in science required; prior histotechnologist experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent with a science major.
• Previous experience as a Histotechnologist in a clinical pathology setting.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain organized workflows.

Responsibilities

• Conduct gross examination and dissection of surgical and autopsy specimens under the direct or indirect supervision of a pathologist, ensuring accurate documentation, tumor mapping, and comprehensive gross reporting.
• Review pertinent clinical information, history, imaging, and operative records, while coordinating with surgeons and clinicians to ensure all case details are thoroughly evaluated.
• Coordinate with histology technicians and laboratory staff to ensure prompt specimen accessioning, labeling, and processing to meet established reporting turnaround time goals.
• Perform frozen section processing, assist with intraoperative consultations, and obtain samples for research or other ancillary studies according to department standards.
• Ensure proper specimen handling, fixation, and CPT coding accuracy, while actively participating in the maintenance of surgical specimen archives in accordance with CAP and OSHA standards.
• Serve as an educational resource by providing instruction on specimen handling and processing, while monitoring quality, identifying error trends, and providing feedback to improve surgical pathology operations.

Skills

Histotechnologist experience

Attention to detail

Documentation & records

Education

Bachelor's degree in science

Job description

Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center in Long Beach, CA, is seeking a Pathology Lab Assistant to perform essential technical and clerical tasks related to processing of tissue and body fluids, supporting the pathologist in diagnosis.

You will conduct gross examinations, coordinate with histology staff, ensure proper specimen handling, CPT coding accuracy, and maintain archives, under supervision. Bachelor's degree in science required; prior histotechnologist experience preferred.