Yosemite Pathology Medical Group·Bakersfield, California
The Laboratory Aide provides essential support to the histology team by managing slide and block reconciliation, labeling, and filing. They are also responsible for maintaining laboratory equipment, preparing buffers, and documenting quality assurance logs.
Yosemite Pathology is a private independent pathologist owned and operated surgical pathology and cytology laboratory based in Modesto, CA. YP provides comprehensive state of the art, reliable, and accurate diagnostic services to its physicians and major area hospitals in the Alameda, Amador, Calaveras, Contra Costa, Kern, Mariposa, Merced, San Joaquin, Solano, Stanislaus and Tuolumne counties.
YP offers a full spectrum of tissue pathology, cytology, and histology services, including examination of gynecologic specimens, body fluids and fine needle aspiration specimens. We also offer an extensive array of special stains and immunohistochemistry to assist in the management of oncologic and non-oncologic diseases. The laboratory is supported by highly qualified Histotechnologist, Cytotechnologist, Technicians and office staff who offer excellent service.
Summary/Objective The Histology Laboratory Aide provides support services to the Histology team by performing tasks and activities in the Histology area.
Job Requirements and Skills High school diploma required Previous laboratory experience preferred Laboratory Information System experience a plus Must have strong work ethics and communication skills Detail oriented, professional attitude, reliable, and ability to work as part of a team Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing Ability to work independently and with a team Intermediate computer and applications skills
Compensation and Benefits The compensation is $47,840 - $49,920 annually paid semi-monthly on an eight (8) hour per day, forty (40) hour per week.
Final salary offer subject to multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise, geographic location of the role, and current market data.
401(k) includes an employer match up to 4% Robust health plans including dental, vision, life, and mental health support.
Offer generous annual vacation and sick time.
10 paid holidays Annual scrub allowance for Lab roles All offers of employment at Yosemite Pathology are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.
Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates.
A high school diploma is required, while previous laboratory and LIS experience are preferred. Candidates must possess strong communication skills, a professional attitude, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Market context
In California, Laboratory Aide openings are often tied to hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic labs that need dependable support for specimen handling and routine lab operations. Competition can be strong because employers often look for candidates with a high school diploma plus preferred lab and LIS experience, along with clear communication and a professional, team-oriented approach. If you are applying, emphasize any hands-on lab exposure and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time compared with reading the full original posting.
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