Anatomic Pathology Assistant Supervisor

Kent Hospital; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent Hospital is seeking a supervisor for Anatomic Pathology activities, responsible for coordinating lab functions, ensuring compliance, and providing staff training. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and Cytotechnologist certification, with at least six months experience. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a leading healthcare provider committed to innovative patient care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; master's preferred.
• Certification as a Cytotechnologist (CT ASCP) is mandatory.
• Minimum six months of relevant experience required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Anatomic Pathology lab activities and ensure quality control.
• Provide training and conduct competency assessments for personnel.
• Oversee inventory and manage department budget.

Skills

Quality control

Training

Budget management

Instrumentation troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biological, chemical, physical, or clinical laboratory science

Certification as a Cytotechnologist, CT (ASCP)

Job description

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Primary role: This position will be responsible for supervising Anatomic Pathology activities under the direction of the CNE Anatomic Pathology (AP) Manager and assisting with daily department operations.

Responsibilities:

1. Coordinate all Anatomic Pathology lab activities under the guidance of the Anatomic Pathology Management.
2. Review and sign off on quality control records, including temperature logs, instrument maintenance logs, CAP comparisons, and department statistics, adhering to CAP and Joint Commission standards.
3. Provide training and conduct competency assessments for personnel and new hires.
4. Assist in the selection, evaluation, verification, and validation of instrumentation and reagents.
5. Develop and review testing procedures under the direction of the CNE AP Manager.
6. Create schedules and assess staffing needs for sick leave, vacations, and leaves of absence.
7. Oversee procurement, preparation, and analysis of patient specimens according to established procedures.
8. Manage and troubleshoot issues with AP instrumentation, reviewing calibration, maintenance, and quality assurance records.
9. Evaluate test results for accuracy, reportability, and clinical significance; report variances accordingly.
10. Oversee department inventory and manage the budget.
11. Maintain current knowledge by attending seminars, in-services, and reading journals.
12. Evaluate new methodologies and instrumentation, reporting findings and recommendations.
13. Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications and Specifications:

Bachelor’s degree in biological, chemical, physical, or clinical laboratory science required; master's preferred. Certification as a Cytotechnologist, CT (ASCP), required. Minimum of six months of relevant experience or equivalent is required.

About Care New England Health System: Care New England and its member institutions—Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group—are leading organizations in medical research, attracting top specialists, and offering innovative healthcare programs.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Americans with Disabilities Act Statement: Applicants and incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations, as determined by the organization.

Ethics Statement: Employees are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with the organization’s ethical standards, including hospital policies, mission, vision, and values.