Surgical Pathology Assistant

Sonora Quest Laboratories; Casa Grande (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonora Quest Laboratories in Casa Grande, AZ, is hiring for a Lab position in Surgical Pathology-BCGMC. The role receives and triages tissue and cytology specimens, assists with frozen sections, bone marrows and fine needles, and provides clerical support while maintaining equipment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, with 6 months of medical laboratory experience and strong communication, typing and organizational skills. AA degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; 6 months medical laboratory experience preferred.
• Good communication, comprehension and typing skills.
• Knowledge of pathology concepts and procedures is expected.

Responsibilities

• Receive and triage tissue and cytology specimens and provide necessary support.
• Assist with frozen sections, bone marrows and fine needles.
• Provide clerical support and maintain equipment.

Skills

Communication skills

Typing skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AA degree preferred

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Primary City/State:Casa Grande, ArizonaDepartment Name:Surgical Pathology-BCGMCWork Shift:DayJob Category:LabJoin 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/VeteransOur organization supports a drug-free work environment.Privacy Policy:Privacy Policy