Pathologists' Assistant

Job Title: Pathologists’ Assistant – Travel/Contract

Job Location: Eastern North Dakota 

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 5x8s

Dates: November 2, 2026 – January 29, 2027

Pay Range: Competitive weekly compensation based on experience and qualifications

Contract Length: 13 Weeks

Hours: 40 hours/week guaranteed

Call: None

Holiday Coverage: None

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of Pathologists’ Assistant experience required
• PA(ASCP) certification required
• Surgical pathology experience required
• Ability to work a full-time Monday–Friday schedule
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently in a clinical laboratory environment

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform gross examination, dissection, and documentation of surgical specimens
• Ensure accurate specimen identification, handling, labeling, and processing
• Select appropriate tissue for ancillary and special studies as needed
• Collaborate with pathologists and laboratory staff to support timely specimen processing
• Maintain accurate documentation throughout the surgical pathology workflow
• Follow established laboratory protocols, SOPs, and quality standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe grossing environment
• Support efficient daily laboratory operations and meet established turnaround times
• Communicate effectively with pathologists and laboratory personnel regarding specimen requirements or discrepancies

Position Highlights:

• 13-week travel/contract opportunity
• 40 hours guaranteed per week
• Monday–Friday schedule
• No call
• No holiday coverage
• Opportunity to work within an established healthcare system in area
• Overtime available after 40 hours/week, per contract terms

About Nicklas Laboratory Staffing: Aligned to Laboratories. Dedicated to People. Nicklas Laboratory Staffing is the ONLY Staffing Agency founded by a Pathologists’ Assistant that Only Focuses on Labs!   

With 12 years of laboratory experience, we specialize in placing pathologists’ assistants, histotechnicians/histotechnologists, cytologists, medical lab techs, medical lab scientists, and lab leaders in travel, permanent, and temp-to-perm laboratory positions nationwide. 

As an employee of Nicklas Laboratory Staffing, we provide employer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance active on day one. We also provide you with no cost employer malpractice insurance, and a matching retirement program where you are fully vested.  

This is your professional journey – Nicklas Laboratory Staffing will be your Advocate. You’ve worked hard to build your skills. Let us help you find the perfect opportunity to put them to use. We make the job search easy, stress-free, and tailored to what matters to you. Whether you’re looking for flexibility in a travel position, or a permanent role with career growth, we are here to help you thrive.