Surgical Pathology Assistant

Sonora Quest Laboratories; Casa Grande (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonora Quest Laboratories in Casa Grande, AZ is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to receive and triage tissue and cytology specimens and provide necessary support within Surgical Pathology. The role involves assisting with frozen sections, bone marrows and fine-needle procedures, along with clerical duties and equipment upkeep.

The position requires strong communication, typing and organizational skills, plus a high school diploma and at least 6 months of medical laboratory experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 6 months of medical laboratory experience in specimen handling.
• Good communication, comprehension and typing skills.
• Understanding of concepts, practices and procedures within the Pathology field.
• Evidence of increasing responsibility in personnel interaction and organization.
• Strong oral and written communication, analytical and computer skills (Word and Excel).

Responsibilities

• Receive and triage tissue and cytology specimens.
• Assist with frozen sections, bone marrows and fine-needle procedures.
• Provide clerical support and maintain equipment.

Skills

Communication skills

Typing skills

Multitasking

W ord/Excel computer skills

Specimen handling

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AA degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Primary City/StateCasa Grande, Arizona

Department NameSurgical Pathology-BCGMC

Work ShiftDay

Job Category

Lab

Join one of Arizona's leading diagnostic labs at Sonora Quest, where your work directly supports life-saving medical testing and patient care. Whether you're beginning your lab career or bringing experience to the table, this role offers hands-on impact and career growth in a high-demand healthcare setting. Come do great work on behalf of better health!

Position Summary

This position will receive and triage tissue and cytology specimens and provide necessary support functions; assist with frozen sections, bone marrows and fine needles; provides clerical support and maintains equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• 6 months previous medical laboratory experience in specimen handling skills.
• Requires good communication, comprehension and typing skills.
• possess a significant understanding and knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures within the Pathology field.
• Evidence of increasing responsibility in personnel interaction and organizational skills required.
• Soft skills include oral/written communication skills, analytical/strategic skills, ability to utilize necessary computer programs including Word and Excel; must possess the ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
• AA degree preferred.

EEO Statement

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.