Certified Pathology Assistant PRN

Labcorp•Lakewood, CO

7d•$39 - $67

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Certified Pathology Assistant to join our team in Lakewood, CO. Work Schedule: This is a PRN/Casual position, hours will be "as needed", start and end times can vary Job Responsibilities Perform complete dissection, gross description, selection and submission of tissue for microscopic examination and special studies following departmental guidelines Follow the laboratory's procedure for specimen handling and processing Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies and procedures Assist ot her are as rotations wi thin the d epartment with specified assignments in a timely manner after the assigned job has been completed Ensure a professional environment is maintained Identify problems that may adversely affect test per formance or reporting o f t est results and work to correct or report the problem Maintain high ethical standards and integrity in performing the assigned duties Knowledge of hazardous waste management Knowledge of personal protection measures and blood borne pathogens At Lab corp we have a passion in helping people live happy and h ealthy live s. Every day we provide vital information that helps our clients and patients understand their health. If you are passionate about helping people and have a drive for service, then Labcorp could be a great next career step! Application Window Closes : 3/31/26 Pay Range: $39.00 - $67.00 per hour All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data. Benefits: Employees re gularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehen sive benefit s including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan. Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO. For more detailed information, please click here . Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer: Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law. We encourage all to apply If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance using our online tools to search and apply for jobs, or needs an accommodation, please visit our accessibility site or contact us at Labcorp Accessibility. For more information about how we collect and store your personal data, please see our Privacy Statement .

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology
Completion of a NAACLS accredited PA program
Certified by the American Society of Clinical Pathology
Knowledge of hazardous waste management and personal protection measures
Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position
Able to pass a standardized color blindness test
Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs

Nice To Haves

Previous expe rience grossing small biopsies and complex surgical cases
Experi e nce in a high volume clinical laboratory environment
Proficien t with comp uters; Familiarity with laboratory in forma tion systems
Knowledge of quality control and quality assurance processes
Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
High l e vel of a ttention detail along with strong organizational skills

Responsibilities

Perform complete dissection, gross description, selection and submission of tissue for microscopic examination and special studies following departmental guidelines
Follow the laboratory's procedure for specimen handling and processing
Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies and procedures
Assist ot her are as rotations wi thin the d epartment with specified assignments in a timely manner after the assigned job has been completed
Ensure a professional environment is maintained
Identify problems that may adversely affect test per formance or reporting o f t est results and work to correct or report the problem
Maintain high ethical standards and integrity in performing the assigned duties
Knowledge of hazardous waste management
Knowledge of personal protection measures and blood borne pathogens