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Job Title: Pathologists’ Assistant
Job Location: Los Angeles, CA
Schedule: M-F Day Shift
Dates: ASAP - Nov 9th 2026
Weekly Estimated Pay or Pay Range: $3,700 - $3,750 (Includes hourly rate, meals & incidentals, rental car, lodging, round trip flight – taxed and tax-free income)
Qualifications:
• Master’s degree from an accredited Pathologists’ Assistant program• ASCP certification as a Pathologists’ Assistant (PA ASCP) or eligible within 6 months of hire
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Pathologists’ Assistant preferred
• Strong knowledge of surgical pathology, autopsy procedures, and histologic techniques
• Experience performing frozen sections and handling complex surgical specimens
• Familiarity with laboratory information systems and digital imaging tools
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills in a clinical setting
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to work efficiently in a high-volume environment
• Knowledge of laboratory safety standards, infection control, and regulatory compliance
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform gross examination, dissection, and description of a full range of surgical specimens, including simple to complex cases• Prepare and perform frozen sections and provide intraoperative consultation support
• Accurately record specimen measurements, weights, and gross findings in laboratory systems
• Coordinate with surgical and clinical teams to ensure proper specimen handling and tissue allocation
• Prepare tissue samples for histologic processing, including fixation, inking, and sectioning
• Photograph specimens and assist with documentation for clinical and research purposes
• Participate in clinical case discussions and collaborate with pathologists and lab staff
• Maintain compliance with CAP, CLIA, and institutional safety and quality standards
• Assist with inventory management, equipment maintenance, and organization of grossing and autopsy suites
• Support quality assurance initiatives, workflow improvements, and departmental education efforts
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.
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