Pathologist Assistant II

Sutter Bay Hospitals

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San Francisco Until 8/22/2026 2+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted June 18, 2026 Last posted June 18, 2026
Job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

CPMC-California Pacific Med Center Davies

Position Overview:

Integrates knowledge, theory and practice to properly execute procedures in assigned areas of the laboratory. With advanced training and education, maintains competence in all practices to perform pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic procedures on biological specimens to aid health care providers in the diagnosis, treatment, monitoring and prevention of disease. May be responsible for specimen/material receipt, preparation, and archival/retrieval, as well as validation testing and problem troubleshooting, as defined by department policies and procedures. As a professional member of the laboratory team, works cooperatively with physicians, clients, and staff to facilitate superior patient care and to represent the laboratory positively by acting with courtesy, dignity, respect, and professionalism.

Job Description:

EDUCATION:

  • Bachelor's: Biological science or related field from a regionally accredited college/university

  • Other: Successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Pathologists’ Assistant program within the last five years


CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

  • ASCP-American Society for Clinical Pathologist within 6 months


TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

  • 2 years of recent relevant experience.


SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

  • Knowledge/Skills: Demonstrated advanced knowledge and technical competence in gross and post-mortem examinations, laboratory operations, and quality assurance in surgical pathology.

  • Quantity of Work: Ability to organize and prioritize job duties and assigned tasks for completion within expected timeframes.

  • Quality of Work: Ability to accurately, precisely, and reliably perform job duties and assigned tasks. Demonstrates sound judgment and problem solving relevant to assigned duties.

  • Culturally Competent Communication: Ability to compassionately and effectively interact individuals and groups of diverse ages, backgrounds, values, beliefs and behaviors.

  • Workflow Management Ability to appropriately respond to fluctuations in volume, unexpected situations or problems such as equipment or information system failures, shift-to-shift hand-offs, priority test orders, and specimen integrity issues.

  • Adherence to Practices & Procedures: Ability to follow standard practices, processes, and procedures in sequence. Knowledge of applicable local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures aimed at ensuring the privacy and safety of patients.

Job Shift:

Evenings

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

10

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

As Needed

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $75.96 to $106.34 / hour

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.

About this role

Summary

Perform laboratory procedures and examinations to support disease diagnosis and treatment.

Job title

Pathologist Assistant II

Experience level

2+ years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

San Francisco, no remote work allowed

Salary

$76k–$106k

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

knowledge of laboratory operationsspecimen handlingquality assuranceadherence to procedurescommunication

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

pathologylab proceduresspecimen handlingquality assurancediagnostic support
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

San Francisco, CA, USA

On-site City