Pathology Assistant

As our Pathology Lab Assistant, you will perform essential technical and clerical activities related to the processing of tissue and body fluids. Your work is fundamental to providing the accurate samples required for examination and diagnosis by a pathologist.

Every day, you will conduct examinations of surgical specimens under the direct supervision and responsibility of a pathologist. You will ensure that each specimen is handled with precision and care throughout the diagnostic process.

You will also:

• Conduct gross examination and dissection of surgical and autopsy specimens under the direct or indirect supervision of a pathologist.
• Review pertinent clinical information, history, imaging, and operative records.
• Coordinate with surgeons, clinicians, histology technicians, and laboratory staff.
• Perform frozen section processing and assist with intraoperative consultations.
• Obtain samples for research or other ancillary studies according to department standards.
• Ensure proper specimen handling, fixation, and CPT coding accuracy.
• Maintain surgical specimen archives in accordance with CAP and OSHA standards.
• Provide instruction on specimen handling and processing.
• Monitor quality, identify error trends, and provide feedback to improve surgical pathology operations.

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1923, Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center is a 389-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Long Beach, California. Serving over 80,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level II Trauma Center, Level III NICU, heart care, and orthopedics. It has also been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer and is a Joint Commission-certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center.