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Pathologists' Assistant (ASCP) - AM Shift

Actalent
Whittier, CA Contractor
POSTED ON 5/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/19/2026
Job Title: Pathology AssistantJob Description

The Pathology Assistant performs gross examination and dissection of surgical specimens in a high-volume hospital pathology department. This role supports multiple clinical areas including the Breast Center, Same-Day Surgery, GI, and the Operating Room. The Pathology Assistant will work alongside an existing Pathology Assistant in a rotating schedule and will have access to a brand-new grossing station and dedicated workspace.

Responsibilities
  • Perform grossing of complex and routine surgical specimens.
  • Independently manage caseload from multiple departments.
  • Handle a wide variety of tissue types, including breast mastectomies and placentas.
  • Process mixed surgical tissues from the OR, GI, SDS, and Breast Center.
  • Maintain specimen integrity and ensure accurate documentation.
  • Collaborate effectively with pathologists, histology staff, and lab personnel.
  • Ensure compliance with all SOPs, safety protocols, and regulatory standards.
  • Support occasional Saturday STAT cases as needed.
Essential Skills
  • ASCP Certification.
  • Strong experience as a Pathology Assistant, with hospital experience preferred.
  • Comfortable grossing complex specimens.
  • Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Reliability and flexibility for occasional Saturday coverage.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Experience with pathology, tissue grossing, and tissue culture.
  • Ability to work rotating shifts (8:00 AM – 5:30 PM and 9:00 AM – 6:30 PM).
Work Environment

The Pathology Assistant will work Monday to Friday with rotating weekly shifts. Week A is from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM, and Week B is from 9:00 AM to 6:30 PM. Occasional Saturday coverage is required, usually less than once per month and with typically one day's notice. The work environment includes a brand-new grossing station, dedicated workspace, and a strong variety of cases.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Whittier, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $65.00/hr.

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 Whittier,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 4, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $50 - $65

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