Surgical Pathology Assistant

Primary City/State:

Tucson, Arizona

Department Name:

Surgical Pathology-BUMCT

Work Shift:

Day

Job Category:

Lab

Join one of Arizona's leading diagnostic labs at Sonora Quest, where your work directly supports life-saving medical testing and patient care. Whether you're beginning your lab career or bringing experience to the table, this role offers hands-on impact and career growth in a high-demand healthcare setting. Come do great work on behalf of better health!

POSITION SUMMARY:
This position will receive and triage tissue and cytology specimens and provide necessary support functions; assist with frozen sections, bone marrows and fine needles; provides clerical support and maintains equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• 6 months previous medical laboratory experience in specimen handling skills.
• Requires good communication, comprehension and typing skills.
• possess a significant understanding and knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures within the Pathology field.
• Evidence of increasing responsibility in personnel interaction and organizational skills required.
• Soft skills include oral/written communication skills, analytical/strategic skills, ability to utilize necessary computer programs including Word and Excel; must possess the ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks simultaneously.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
• AA degree preferred. 

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