PRN - Pathologists Assistant

Sunrise Medical Laboratories, Inc.

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Tacoma, Washington Until 8/21/2026 First posted March 21, 2026 Last posted March 21, 2026
Job description

Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Position Qualifications:

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Under the general direction of the Medical Director, assists in all aspects of anatomic pathology. Describes and prospects all surgical specimens types and complexities for histological examination. 

You put the pro in medical laboratory professional. You’ve got problem-solving instincts, a passion for patient care, and the technical training to deliver quality results. You’re also looking for great benefits, the support of an all-star team, and an opportunity to grow your career.

Join our front line of #HealthcareHeroes! Our mission is to advance the health and wellbeing of our communities as a leader in clinical laboratory solutions. Quality is in our DNA -- is it in yours?

This opportunity is PRN. Located in MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital - Tacoma, WA.

Not benefit eligible. New graduates welcome to apply!

In this role, you will:

  • Perform a vital part of the patient care process through preparation, gross description, and dissection of human tissue surgical specimens
  • Recognize when corrective action is needed and implement effective solutions
  • Work in a fast-paced laboratory environment with biological and chemical hazards
  • Champion safety, compliance, and quality control

All you need is:

  • Bachelor of Science or Masters Pathologist Assistant program from a NCCLS accredited institution
  • 1 year of laboratory experience grossing all tissue types from simple to complex
  • Certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists BOC
  • Strong reading, writing, and analytical skills
  • Ability to operate general laboratory equipment, including but not limited to: telephones, computers, automated analyzers, centrifuges, microscopes, manual and automated pipettes, and audible alarms.

We’ll give you:

  • Appreciation for your work
  • A feeling of satisfaction that you’ve helped people
  • Opportunity to grow in your profession
  • Free lab services for you and your dependents
  • Work-life balance, including Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Help saving for retirement, with a 401(k) plus a company match
  • A sense of belonging – we’re a community!

We also want you to know:

This role will have routine access to Protected Health Information (PHI). Employees will be trained on reasonable safeguards and are expected to maintain strict confidentiality, as well as abide by all applicable privacy and security standards.  Employees are expected only to access PHI when it is required to fulfill job duties.

Sonic Healthcare USA is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive workplace for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, training, and benefits.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

1

Work Shift:

Job Category:

Laboratory Operations

Company:

Aurora Diagnostics LLC

Sonic Healthcare USA is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive workplace for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

About this role

Summary

Assist in anatomic pathology, prepare and describe surgical tissue specimens, ensure safety and quality

Job title

PRN - Pathologists Assistant

Experience level

1 year

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Tacoma, Washington; remote work not allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

pathologist assistant certificationbachelor of sciencelaboratory experienceuse of laboratory equipment

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

anatomic pathologyhistologytissue dissectionlaboratory procedures
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Tacoma, WA, USA

On-site City