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ProKatchers is seeking a travel Pathologists' Assistant for a travel job in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Pathologists' Assistant Discipline: Allied Health Professional Start Date: 07/27/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Duties: Job Summary:Under direct supervision performs gross descriptions of simple or limited specimens. Assists during Autopsies. Prepares frozen section slides. May be required to perform routine histology tasks as well. Job Responsibilities:-Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.-Follows authorized technical procedures when performing patient testing.-Meets turn-around-times established for testing and reporting patient results Receives specimens into laboratory using appropriate patient identifier and labeling requirements and receives them into the electronic medical record including registration of specimens from outpatients.-Conducts calibration of instruments and equipment in the laboratory as well as routine maintenance.-Labels tissue cassettes using block control sheets.-Assists in the preparation of frozen tissue sections (label, cutting and stain slides).-Performs gross descriptions of simple and limited pathology specimens as authorized.-Prepares patients for evisceration for post-anatomical diagnosis during autopsy.-Works on call for Autopsies.-Photographs specimens for documentation and conference preparation.-Complies with all hospital and laboratory safety policies and procedures including the appropriate us of PPE.-Assumes responsibility of own professional development.-Completes annual competency assessment.-General Responsibilities: Performs other duties as assigned. Skills: Required Skills & Experience:-One (1)- three (3) years of laboratory technical experience required.-Must have the skills to perform required laboratory testing.-Must be able to work as part of a team and follow instructions.-Must be able to consistently and dependably report to work as scheduled.-Must be able to maintain legible, accurate and organized records.-Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential information and exercise sound judgment.-Must be able to multi-task and remain calm in stressful situations.-Must possess ability to understand various operations, policies and procedures.-Ability to work and communicate with co-workers and other caregivers, and meet their needs in a professional, polite, courteous, compassionate and cooperative manner.-Must demonstrate a high level of initiative, effort and commitment towards establishing priorities and completing assignments.-Ability to assist in the pre-analytical phase for specimen procurement, identification andproper specimen handling.-Performs troubleshooting and technical problem solving.-Ability to assess and verify the validity of patient test results, including identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results.-Core knowledge and understanding of normal laboratory processes.-Knowledge of human anatomy and medical terminology. Preferred Skills & Experience:-N/A Education: Required Education:-Associate's degree or higher required. Preferred Education:-Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences or related fieldpreferred. Required Certifications & Licensure:-N/A Preferred Certifications & Licensure:-N/A Schedule Notes: Associates Degree Required, candidate must be certified Hours Per Day: 8.00 Hours Per Week 40.00 Department: 73200 : Anatomic Pathology Lab Job Category: Clinical Technicians (SC1015) ProKatchers Job ID 37414624x. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Pathologist Assistant About ProKatchers Founded in 2016, ProKatchers Inc. is a JCC-certified organization and a recognized leader in healthcare staffing. Named one of the Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) for 2023–2024, we are proud to be among the top-rated companies in our industry. At ProKatchers, we offer both short- and long-term contracts, as well as travel opportunities for licensed and experienced healthcare professionals across the United States. We are committed to providing industry-leading benefits and personalized career support. We understand that finding the right fit is about more than just a job—it's about aligning your career with your lifestyle. That's why our dedicated team of career specialists takes the time to get to know you and match you with assignments that meet your goals and aspirations. ProKatchers has also been recognized by SIA as one of the Best Staffing Firms to Work For—a testament to our employee-first approach. We specialize in placing clinical and allied health professionals in a wide range of healthcare settings, including acute care hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, long-term care centres, rehabilitation facilities, behavioural health canters, home and community health programs, urgent care clinics, and more.a25371ca-cde7-4fb6-ba87-2cf40b156c8b