Tissue Technician

Tissue TechnicianAbout the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Tissue Technician to join a fast-paced pathology laboratory team. In this role, you will be responsible for the accessioning, grossing, processing, documentation, and preparation of biopsy and small tissue specimens for diagnostic testing. This position offers a unique opportunity to work alongside experienced Pathologist Assistants while contributing to the accurate and timely processing of patient specimens.

This is an ideal opportunity for candidates with tissue grossing experience who enjoy hands-on laboratory work, thrive in a quality-focused environment, and are committed to maintaining the highest standards of specimen integrity and patient care.

Schedule: Early start between 6:00 AM - 7:00 AM, with the workday typically ending around 2:00 PM.

Key Responsibilities

• Accession, prepare, and process biopsy and small tissue specimens according to established laboratory procedures.

• Gross a variety of specimen types, including:

• Gastrointestinal (GI)

• Dermatology

• Gynecologic (GYN)

• Bone marrow

• Clots and cores

• Gallbladder specimens

• Prepare, package, and coordinate specimen transport to off-site facilities for further processing.

• Maintain accurate specimen records, documentation, and filing systems to ensure traceability and compliance.

• Organize, label, store, and manage pathology slides and related materials.

• Work efficiently in a high-volume pathology environment while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.

• Follow laboratory safety practices and quality standards at all times.

• Collaborate closely with Pathologist Assistants and laboratory personnel to support daily workflow and specimen processing activities.

• Provide occasional support to additional laboratory locations as business needs require.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, Laboratory Science, or a related scientific discipline; or equivalent education and training.

• Minimum of 60 semester hours in Biology, Chemistry, Medical Laboratory Science, or related life sciences.

• Experience grossing tissue specimens in a clinical pathology or histology laboratory setting.

• Knowledge of tissue processing, specimen handling, and pathology laboratory procedures.

• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and documentation accuracy.

• Ability to work comfortably with human tissue specimens in a fast-paced laboratory environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-2+ years of tissue grossing experience.

• Experience working with a diverse range of biopsy and small tissue specimens.

• Experience performing frozen sections.

• Familiarity with pathology dictation and transcription software, such as M*Modal or Dragon.

• Experience using Laboratory Information Systems (LIS), with CoPath preferred.

• Understanding of histology techniques and specimen preparation workflows.

• Previous experience in a regulated clinical laboratory environment.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is someone who:

• Demonstrates outstanding accuracy and attention to detail.

• Takes pride in producing high-quality work.

• Can effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced laboratory setting.

• Maintains excellent documentation and organizational practices.

• Communicates effectively and works well within a collaborative team environment.

• Is committed to patient care through accurate specimen handling and processing.

Work Environment

• Clinical pathology laboratory setting.

• Fully onsite position.

• Early start schedule, typically between 6:00 AM and 7:00 AM.

• Direct interaction with biopsy and small tissue specimens.

• Collaborative environment supporting Pathologist Assistants and pathology operations.

• Opportunities to support multiple laboratory locations when needed.

Why this role?

This position offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a busy pathology laboratory while working alongside experienced pathology professionals. You'll play a critical role in ensuring specimens are accurately processed and prepared for diagnostic testing, directly contributing to quality patient care and laboratory excellence.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of San Diego, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $34.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 7, 2026.

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