Pathologists Assistant - California

Location: Temecula, California
Department: Anatomic Pathology
Employment Type: Full-Time
Shift: Days (Monday Friday)

We are seeking a certified Pathologists Assistant to join our academic hospital s Anatomic Pathology team. The ideal candidate will perform gross dissection of surgical specimens, assist with postmortem examinations, and support the training of pathology residents and medical students.

• Perform gross examination and dictation of surgical specimens under pathologist supervision.

• Assist in autopsies, including prosection, dissection, and documentation.

• Photograph specimens and maintain specimen integrity for further analysis.

• Prepare and submit tissues for histologic processing.

• Maintain records and logs in compliance with CAP/CLIA standards.

• Participate in teaching and training of pathology staff and students.

• Ensure cleanliness and biosafety standards in the gross room and autopsy suite.

• Master s degree from a NAACLS-accredited Pathologists Assistant program.

• ASCP certification as a Pathologists Assistant (PA-ASCP) required or eligible within 6 months.

• At least 1 year of relevant grossing experience (clinical internship counts).

• Strong knowledge of anatomy, pathology terminology, and lab safety protocols.

To Apply - email a resume directly to for immediate consideration!

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