Tissue Pathology Assistant: Diagnostic Lab Support

Sonora Quest; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonora Quest in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Laboratory Support Clerk for Surgical Pathology-BUMCT to help receive and triage tissue specimens, support frozen sections and bone marrows, and provide essential clerical support while maintaining equipment in a high-demand healthcare setting.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, 6 months of medical laboratory experience, strong communication and typing skills, and proficiency with Word and Excel, with the ability to multitask effectively.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 6 months medical laboratory experience in specimen handling.
• Strong communication and typing skills.
• Solid understanding of pathology concepts and procedures.
• Proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Proficiency with Word and Excel and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication skills

Typing skills

Pathology knowledge

Organizational skills

Word

Excel

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma

AA degree preferred

Job description

Sonora Quest in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Laboratory Support Clerk for Surgical Pathology-BUMCT to help receive and triage tissue specimens, support frozen sections and bone marrows, and provide essential clerical support while maintaining equipment in a high-demand healthcare setting.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, 6 months of medical laboratory experience, strong communication and typing skills, and proficiency with Word and Excel, with the ability to multitask effectively.