Pathology/Histotech Assistant
4 days ago
West Sacramento
Job Description Organization Type: Organ Procurement Organization (OPO) Employment Type: Per Diem On Call Join a Life-Saving Mission with Cutting-Edge Technology Are you a skilled Histotechnologist or Pathology Assistant passionate about making a direct impact in the field of transplantation? Our organization is seeking a Per Diem Histotechnologist or Pathology Assistant to join our team of medical professionals dedicated to saving lives through organ and tissue donation. As a vital member of our mobile pathology team, you will help support organ donor evaluations by preparing tissue slides and pathology specimens at donor locations. Using state-of-the-art mobile slide preparation technology, you will bring lab-quality histology services directly to the field, enabling faster decisions and better outcomes for transplant recipients. Key Responsibilities: • Travel to donor recovery sites in Sacramento and Santa Rosa California and prepare high-quality histological slides for rapid evaluation., • Perform gross dissection, tissue embedding, sectioning, and staining using portable histology equipment., • Collaborate closely with pathologists, transplant surgeons, and clinical staff to support time-sensitive donor assessments., • Maintain rigorous standards for specimen identification, handling, and documentation in compliance with regulatory and OPO guidelines., • Operate and troubleshoot mobile slide preparation platforms and digital imaging tools., • Participate in quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives related to mobile pathology services., • Provide on call availability with an ability to respond within 4 hours of notification Qualifications: • Required: Certification as a Histotechnologist (HTL or HT, ASCP) or experience as a Pathology Assistant (PA)., • At least 2 years of experience in a clinical or surgical pathology environment preferred., • Strong technical skills in tissue processing, microtomy, and staining techniques., • Familiarity with digital pathology or mobile lab platforms is a plus., • Ability to work independently in high-pressure, time-sensitive environments., • Willingness and ability to travel frequently, including availability for nights, weekends, and on-call shifts., • Valid driver’s license and ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Why Join Us? • Be part of a life-saving mission that directly impacts patients and families., • Use innovative mobile pathology technology to deliver real-time diagnostics in the field., • Gain unique experience at the intersection of pathology, transplant medicine, and emerging health tech., • Work with a passionate, multidisciplinary team in a purpose-driven environment. Ready to make a difference with every slide you prepare? Apply now and help us deliver hope—one donor, one recipient, one life at a time.