PathGroup·Nashville, Tennessee
The Lab Assistant performs essential histology functions including managing surgical paperwork, loading stainers, and filing slides and blocks. They are also responsible for laboratory cleaning, equipment maintenance, and ensuring strict adherence to safety and privacy protocols.
The person in this position is a Lab Assistant I who accurately performs various functions in the histology lab.
Coordinates surgical case paperwork and slides for delivery to pathologists.
Manages SSR orders.
Loads and removes slides from stainers.
Retrieve needed slides and blocks from files.
Package slides and blocks for return to outside facilities.
File blocks and slides.
Print slide labels.
Perform lab cleaning and equipment maintenance.
Exercise all laboratory safety precautions and adhere to lab procedures as stated in procedure manuals.
Perform all job responsibilities in alignment with the industry's best security practices and regulatory guidelines to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of protected health information and other sensitive company data.
Must be familiar with and abide by the Corporate Compliance Program and all Corporate policies, including the Privacy and Security policies.
• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum of one year of previous health care environment job-related experience is preferred.
Market context
Tennessee employers often look for histology support roles in hospitals, pathology labs, and diagnostic settings where specimen processing and documentation need to stay accurate and timely. These positions are competitive because they require both hands-on lab experience and comfort with LIS workflows and PHI handling. Before applying, review your experience with histopathology tasks and note any LIS systems you have used; this platform’s AI-summarized job requirements and benefits help you assess fit faster from the original posting.
