SeaWorld San Diego United Parks & Resorts is a leading theme park and entertainment company providing experiences that matter and inspiring guests to protect animals and the wild wonders of our world. We are one of the world's foremost zoological organizations and a global leader in animal husbandry, behavioral management, veterinary care, and animal welfare. We also rescue and rehabilitate marine and terrestrial animals that are ill, injured, orphaned or abandoned, with the goal of returning to the wild. Pathology Lab Technician - Full Time At SeaWorld, we're passionate about caring for animals. In fact, we've already rescued over 40,000 animals (and counting!). And we can save you from being stuck in just another job. Join us and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We're seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to become our Ambassadors. Join us and play an important part on our incredible team! What you get to do: * Perform gross necropsy exams of terrestrial and marine animals (i.e. birds, mammals, fish, reptiles, invertebrates), including tissue sample collection. * Check-in tissue or biopsy samples, initiate pathology reports, trim preserved tissue into cassettes for histology processing, and perform other tasks needed for diagnoses and/or reports. * Assist in organization and shipping of samples for further processing, and ancillary testing. * Responsible for post-processing samples, for archiving and for formalin disposal. * Document and maintain a pathology image archive. * Assist in the management of the pathology database. * Facilitate pathology evaluations from affiliated facilities in southern California. * Assist in clinical and conservation research project data collection and publication. * Clean and maintain necropsy room, walk-in refrigerator and freezer. Clean and maintain trimming station, ultralow, freezer and refrigerator. * Clean, use, and maintain necropsy tools, including sharp instruments * Assist with organization and storage of biomaterials from necropsied specimens in refrigerator, freezer, and preserved tissue archives. * Work closely in a team setting with the pathology, veterinary and laboratory teams within the hospital. * Other related duties as assigned by Hospital Manager, Pathologist and/or Veterinarians. Experience Required What it takes to succeed: • Must be at least 18 years old • Experience with laboratory or animal-related work required. Pathology experience preferred. • 1 to 2 years of experience with laboratory or animal-related work required • Bachelor's degree in a biology related field preferred • Able to work without supervision • Must be computer and technology savvy; comfortable with digital medical records, imaging, and proficient in Microsoft applications to work on spreadsheets and/or databases. • Must be able to work indoors and outdoors, in varying weather, to include extreme heat. Position may be exposed to fumes, dust, odors and cold/heat temperature • extremes • Work a flexible schedule/hours based on business need, to include opening, mid-, and closing shifts; nights, weekends, and holidays • Detail oriented and organized • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Able to use Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel • State driver's license, proof of insurance, and ability to meet SEA driving requirements • Must be able to lift, push, pull and/or carry up to 50 lbs. on a frequent basis • Communicate professionally and effectively with ambassadors and guests Further Comments EEO Employer: SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS. Perks The perks of the position: • Paid Time Off • Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes • Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance • 401K Retirement plan • Voluntary Insurance • Life Insurance • Disability Benefits • Tuition Reimbursement • Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts • Employee Assistance Program • Legal Assistance Plan Salary $25/hr How to Apply Apply online: https://seaworldentertainment.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/SEA/job/SeaWorld-San-Diego/Pathology-Lab-Technician--Full-Time--SeaWorld-San-Diego-_JR121260 Resume/CV Required A resume is required. If you were unable to attach a resume to your application, please send a copy to [email protected], attention: Pathology Technician SeaWorld San Diego 500 Sea World Dr San Diego, CA 92109 Phone: 6192253838 Visit our website Like us on Facebook