2nd Shift Lab Assistant - Embedder
Clinpath Diagnostics·Phoenix, Arizona
Clinpath Diagnostics·Phoenix, Arizona
The Lab Assistant is responsible for embedding tissue samples and managing the loading and unloading of surgical specimens on processors. They also maintain laboratory equipment, perform chemical changes, and ensure adherence to safety and regulatory standards.
High School Diploma or GED required. Prior laboratory, healthcare, specimen processing, histology, embedding, or related work experience preferred. Ability to accurately enter and verify information in laboratory systems. Ability to follow written procedures, safety standards, and regulatory requirements. Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced laboratory environment. Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, managers, and laboratory team members. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the duties of this job. This position operates in a clinical laboratory environment and requires professionalism, accuracy, confidentiality, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards. Clin-Path provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and gender identity. Clin-Path complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.
Clin-Path Associates offers nationally competitive compensation and benefits. Our benefits program provides a comprehensive array of services to our employees, including but not limited to: Health insurance, primarily covered by the company Dental insurance, 100% covered by the company Vision insurance Paid time off Retirement contributions through 401(k) Flexible spending account (FSA)
A High School Diploma or GED is required, with prior experience in histology or specimen processing preferred. Candidates must be able to follow strict safety protocols and handle repetitive tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Market context
In Arizona, 2nd shift lab assistant and embedder roles are often tied to steady demand in clinical and pathology settings, especially where specimen processing and histology support are needed. These positions can be competitive because employers look for reliable shift coverage, careful safety compliance, and experience with repetitive, detail-focused work; on this platform, job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting to save you research time. If you are considering applying, review whether your background includes histology or specimen processing and be ready to describe how you maintain accuracy in fast-paced routines.
