Pathology Lab Assistant

About the role

As our Pathology Technical Lab Assistant, you will assist the Anatomic Pathology department with a diverse range of tasks involved in specimen setup, supply management, and instrument handling. Your contributions will be fundamental to the smooth functioning of our lab. Every day, you will meticulously prepare specimens for analysis, manage and organize laboratory supplies to ensure continuous operation, and assist with instrument maintenance and readiness. You will provide other crucial services that support the efficient and effective operation of the entire pathology department, directly contributing to accurate diagnostic processes. To be successful in this role, you will possess a high degree of organization, meticulous attention to detail, and a proactive approach to supporting laboratory operations. Your ability to effectively manage supplies, prepare specimens, and maintain instrument readiness will be essential in ensuring the pathology department operates with optimal efficiency and supports precise diagnostic work. Correctly interprets provider laboratory requests and determines specimen requirements. Correctly labels and identifies patient samples submitted to the pathology lab. Performs duties assigned with accuracy and precision, meeting the standards of the Laboratory policies. Records gross descriptions of cytology specimens and selects appropriate specimen preparation methods for the type of specimen received. Maintains quality control records. Follows all protocols established to prevent cross contamination between specimens. Takes responsibility for the department workflow and expected turnaround time goals. CommonSpirit Memorial is an award-winning, not-for-profit, faith-based health care organization dedicated to the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, from preventative and primary care to acute hospital services specializing in cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, and orthopedic services. Our commitment to excellence has earned us top prestigious recognition repeatedly from U.S. News and World Report, PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and most recently as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are proud to serve Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with the expertise of 4,700 employees and nearly 500 affiliated physicians.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Anatomic Pathology department with specimen setup, supply management, and instrument handling.
• Prepare specimens for analysis.
• Manage and organize laboratory supplies to ensure continuous operation.
• Assist with instrument maintenance and readiness.
• Provide other crucial services supporting efficient and effective operation of the pathology department.
• Contribute to accurate diagnostic processes.
• Maintain high degree of organization, meticulous attention to detail, and a proactive approach.
• Effectively manage supplies, prepare specimens, and maintain instrument readiness.
• Correctly interpret provider laboratory requests and determine specimen requirements.
• Correctly label and identify patient samples submitted to the pathology lab.
• Perform duties assigned with accuracy and precision, meeting Laboratory policies standards.
• Record gross descriptions of cytology specimens and select appropriate specimen preparation methods for the type of specimen received.
• Maintain quality control records.
• Follow all protocols to prevent cross contamination between specimens.
• Take responsibility for department workflow and expected turnaround time goals.

Requirements

• High School Graduate General Studies and 6 months clinical laboratory experience (upon hire) OR
• High School GED General Studies and 6 months clinical laboratory experience (upon hire)

Qualifications

• Associates degree in biological or chemical science (upon hire)

Pay

$17.67 - $24.96 /hour