Laguna Hills Pathology Lab has a full-time Lab Assistant II opening at our Laboratory located in South San Francisco, California.

The Lab Assistant II plays a vital role in implementing the laboratory's mission, goals, and objectives by embodying the lab's vision and values. This position supports laboratory operations by performing various technical and administrative tasks. Responsibilities include handling biological specimens, assisting with laboratory procedures, maintaining equipment, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

We operate Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with no weekends or late shifts. With two specialized GI Pathologists on-site Monday through Friday, you'll have expert support. Enjoy ample parking and scenic views, including access to the bay trail and waterfront. Join our small, dedicated team of Histotechnologists and Lab Assistants for a rewarding career in a dynamic environment!

The current hourly wage for this role is between $25.00/hr. - $29.00/hr. Our team is dedicated to being competitive with the local market by consistently doing market studies to ensure fair wages! Our team is flexible with compensation based on your experience and certification status!

Required Skills

• Associate degree in laboratory science OR at least 60 semester hours, including:
  • Minimum of 24 semester hours of science courses (at least 6 semester hours in chemistry and 6 semester hours in biology)
  • Remaining 12 semester hours can be a combination of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology
• Laboratory and/or histology experience preferred
• Proficiency in high complexity testing, including grossing, as per CLIA regulations
• Strong working knowledge of MS Word and Excel
• Typing speed of at least 40 words per minute
• High level of accuracy in all tasks
• Ability to function effectively under time pressure
• Professional demeanor and strong attention to detail
• Excellent hand-eye coordination

Who We Are

At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and health care systems to provide first class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to providing surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner.

USPI is committed to, and proud of our inclusive culture. An inclusive culture, in our view, is respectful of differences and nurtures and supports the contributions of each individual, while also embracing and leveraging diversity. A diverse workforce, combined with an inclusive culture, makes USPI stronger and better able to meet the needs of our diverse patient and physician population.

Required Experience

• Associate degree in laboratory science OR at least 60 semester hours, including:
  • Minimum of 24 semester hours of science courses (at least 6 semester hours in chemistry and 6 semester hours in biology)
  • Remaining 12 semester hours can be a combination of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology
• Laboratory and/or histology experience preferred
• Proficiency in high complexity testing, including grossing, as per CLIA regulations
• Strong working knowledge of MS Word and Excel
• Typing speed of at least 40 words per minute
• High level of accuracy in all tasks
• Ability to function effectively under time pressure
• Professional demeanor and strong attention to detail
• Excellent hand-eye coordination

Who We Are

At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and health care systems to provide first class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to providing surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner.

USPI is committed to, and proud of our inclusive culture. An inclusive culture, in our view, is respectful of differences and nurtures and supports the contributions of each individual, while also embracing and leveraging diversity. A diverse workforce, combined with an inclusive culture, makes USPI stronger and better able to meet the needs of our diverse patient and physician population.