Local Contract Senior - Pathology Assistant

PRIDE Health is seeking a local contract Pathology Assistant Senior for a local contract job in 91016, Monrovia, California, United States, California.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: Pathology Assistant

Discipline: Allied Health Professional

Duration: 24 weeks

24 hours per week

Shift: 8 hours, evenings, nights

Employment Type: Local Contract

Pride Health is hiring a Pathology Assistant I to support our client’s medical facility based in Monrovia, CA 91016. This is a 6-month assignment with the possibility of a contract-to-hire opportunity and a great way to start working with a top-tier healthcare organization!

Job Title: Pathology Assistant I

Location: Monrovia, CA 91016

Pay Range: $35-$40 per hour

Schedule: Will train on 3rd shift (7:00 PM – 3:30 AM); once training is complete, will work on 2nd shift (2:30 PM – 11:30 PM) until the 3rd shift goes on FMLA, then transition back to 3rd shift.

Duration: 6+ Months (with potential for extension)

*Pay rate is based on years of experience and educational qualifications.

**About the Role**

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated **Pathologists’ Assistant** to join our dynamic laboratory team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in supporting the pathology department through the gross examination and dissection of surgical specimens, ensuring accuracy, quality, and compliance with laboratory standards.

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**Key Responsibilities**

* Perform **complete dissection, gross description, and selection/submission of tissue** for microscopic examination and special studies following departmental guidelines.

* Follow all **laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing** to ensure quality and efficiency.

* Adhere to the laboratory’s **quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA)** policies and procedures.

* Assist with **rotations or tasks in other areas** of the department after primary duties are completed.

* Maintain a **professional and organized work environment** at all times.

* **Identify and report problems** that may affect test performance or results, and work collaboratively to resolve them.

* Demonstrate **high ethical standards and integrity** in all duties.

* Apply knowledge of **hazardous waste management**, **personal protection measures**, and **bloodborne pathogen safety**.

* Assist with or perform **frozen section cutting** as needed (experience preferred).

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**Qualifications**

* **Bachelor’s degree** in Biology, Chemistry, or a related science required.

* **ASCP certification** (American Society for Clinical Pathology) is **highly preferred**.

* **No prior experience required** if you have completed a **NAACLS-accredited Pathologists’ Assistant program**.

* Experience in a **high-volume clinical laboratory** is preferred.

* **Computer proficiency** required; familiarity with **Laboratory Information Systems (LIS)** is a plus.

* Strong understanding of **quality control and quality assurance** processes.

* Excellent **written and verbal communication** skills.

* Exceptional **attention to detail and organizational skills**.

* Must pass a **standardized color vision screen**.

* Ability to **meet physical demands** of the position (standing for extended periods, lifting specimens, etc.).

* Flexibility to **work overtime or alternate shifts** based on business needs.

Pride Global offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program,, legal support, auto,home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Pathology Certification is required . Grossing experience is required .

About PRIDE Health

PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.

Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Holiday Pay

Guaranteed Hours

401k retirement plan

Cancelation protection

Referral bonus

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

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