Pathology Lab Assistant
Trinity Health•Grand Rapids, MI
•Onsite
About The Position
A pathology lab assistant (or pathologists' assistant) supports pathologists by processing specimens, preparing tissue for examination, and maintaining lab operations. They play a vital behind-the-scenes role in diagnosing diseases and handling clinical lab procedures.
Requirements
- Supports pathologists by processing specimens
- Prepares tissue for examination
- Maintains lab operations
- Handles clinical lab procedures
Responsibilities
- Specimen Processing: Accessioning, describing, and preparing surgical specimens and tissue samples.
- Dissection & Examination: Assisting with the gross examination and dissection of surgical specimens and postmortem examinations (autopsies).
- Slide & Tissue Preparation: Embedding tissue in wax blocks, cutting tissue (microtomy), and applying routine stains for microscopic analysis.
- Lab Maintenance: Cleaning workspaces, sterilizing instruments, and safely handling hazardous biological and chemical hazards.
- Documentation & Data: Keeping detailed written records, logging specimens, and managing digital files and patient reports.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
