Pathology Assistant jobs in Shreveport, LA

Small Tissue Tech – Full Time. Responsible for gross dictation and handling of all designated tissues on selected specimens. May be required to perform and submit requests for specialized procedures. Position also to include, retrieval of accessioned cases and cassette printing, collection of blocks, loading and unloading of tissue processors, and disposal of expired tissues. Minimum of an Associate's degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology required or candidate must meet the minimum requirements for high complexity testing as designated by CLIA which is as follows:
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The minimum training/experience required of such personnel is:_
1.) An earned Associate's degree in a chemical, biological science or medical laboratory technology, obtained from an accredited institution OR 2.) Education/training equivalent to the above that includes the following:

• 60 semester hours or equivalent from an accredited institution. This education *must include 24 semester hours of Medical Laboratory Technology courses OR
• 24 semester hours of science courses that include 6 semester hours of Chemistry, 6 semester hours of Biology, and 12 semester hours of Chemistry, Biology or Medical Laboratory Technology in any combination AND Laboratory training including either completion of a clinical laboratory training *program approved or accredited by the ABHES, NAACLS, or other organization approved by HHS (note that this training may be included in the 60 semester hours listed above) OR
• at least three months of recorded laboratory training in each specialty in which the individual performs high complexity testing.

*If there are more stringent state or local regulations for grossing qualifications, they must be followed.*

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Laboratory: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person