Job Title: Pathologists’ Assistant 

Job Location: Rancho Mirage, CA 

Schedule: M-F 8a-5p (could potentially be 4-10 hr shifts)

Dates: 6/29/26 - 7/31/26

Weekly Estimated Pay or Pay Range: $3,400 (Includes hourly rate, meals & incidentals, rental car, lodging, round trip flight – taxed and tax-free income)  

About the location: Rancho Mirage, CA is a serene desert oasis in the Coachella Valley, known for its luxurious resorts, golf courses, and beautiful mountain views. It's a favorite getaway for those seeking upscale relaxation, just a short drive from Palm Springs.

Qualifications:  

- Master’s degree from a NAACLS-accredited PA program. 
- ASCP PA certification (or eligibility with certification within 6 months). 
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in a hospital or reference lab preferred. 
- Familiarity with Epic Beaker LIS and voice dictation systems a plus. 
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities. 

Key Responsibilities:

- Perform detailed gross dissection and description of a wide range of surgical specimens 
- Assist in the performance and documentation of autopsies. 
- Photograph gross specimens and maintain image records for clinical and teaching purposes. 
- Ensure specimen integrity and accurate labeling throughout the process. 
- Collaborate with pathology residents, medical students, and histotechnologists. 
- Participate in departmental QA/QC activities to maintain compliance with CAP standards. 

About Nicklas Laboratory Staffing:
Aligned to Laboratories. Dedicated to People. Nicklas Laboratory Staffing is the ONLY Staffing Agency founded by a Pathologists’ Assistant that Only Focuses on Labs!   

With 12 years of laboratory experience, we specialize in placing pathologists’ assistants, histotechnicians/histotechnologists, cytologists, and lab leaders find travel, permanent, and temp to perm laboratory positions nationwide. 

As an employee of Nicklas Laboratory Staffing, we provide employer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance active on day one. We also provide you with no cost employer malpractice insurance, and a matching retirement program where you are fully vested.  

This is your professional journey – Nicklas Laboratory Staffing will be your Advocate. You’ve worked hard to build your skills. Let us help you find the perfect opportunity to put them to use. We make the job search easy, stress-free, and tailored to what matters to you. Whether you’re looking for flexibility in a travel position, or a permanent role with career growth, we are here to help you thrive.