This is a full time position with 8-hour night shifts (generally 2:30pm-11pm), Monday through Friday, on the campus of Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla.Join the Scripps Health team and work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-centered healthcare. Receive endless appreciation while you build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations nationwide. Why join Scripps Health? /AWARD-WINNING WORKPLACE:/
· Selected as one of the 100 Best Places to Work for 2024 by Fortune Magazine and the Great Place to Work Institute for the 16th time. A remarkable achievement as only five healthcare organizations nationwide made the list, and Scripps is the sole healthcare provider in California to be recognized. · Recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024. · Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years. · Ranked 78th in 2023 PEOPLE Companies that Care. · Ranked 95th in Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work for 2023Why join this team?Our team of Surgical Pathology Assistants are the first to receive samples from across our system and are responsible for accessioning and preparing them for grossing.In our supportive environment, our Pathology Lab Assistants are always learning and training in different sections of pathology, while maintaining accuracy with high volume of processing. You will be exposed to a wide variety of complex cases and procedures and will have the opportunity to work closely with the team of pathologists, radiologists and surgeons. The Pathology Lab Assistant is responsible for the following:· Specimen receiving, accessioning and specimen distribution· Sectioning and staining of frozen tissue· Assisting Pathologist Assistants with photography· Knowledge of protocols for special handling of surgical specimens· Monitoring/ordering of supplies and maintaining work areas in a clean and orderly fashion.Required Education/Experience/Specialized Skills: · Knowledge of medical terminology.· Ability to handle multiple tasks.· Detail oriented. Legible penmanship.· Basic computer skills, especially data.· Excellent customer service skills.Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certification: · Pathology experience· Background in science· Two years lab experienceJob: Lab Organization: Scripps Clinic Title: Pathology Lab Assistant - Nights - La Jolla Location: Central San Diego County-SAN DIEGO-SCRIPPS MEDICAL LABORATORY Requisition ID: 242005723
