Anatomic Pathology Assistant Supervisor

Care New England; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare system is seeking an Anatomic Pathology Supervisor to oversee lab activities and operations. This role involves quality control, training staff, and optimizing laboratory procedures. Candidates should have a relevant Bachelor's degree and Certification as a Cytotechnologist. Experience in a supervisory role is valuable.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six months of relevant experience required.
• Certification as Cytotechnologist (CT, ASCP) is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Anatomic Pathology activities under CNE AP Manager.
• Coordinate lab activities and ensure quality control.
• Train personnel and assess competencies.

Skills

Supervision

Quality Control

Training

Instrumentation Troubleshooting

Education

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

Certification as a Cytotechnologist (CT, ASCP)

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Primary Function

The primary role of this position is to supervise Anatomic Pathology activities under the direction of the CNE Anatomic Pathology (AP) Manager and to assist with the daily operations of the department.

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 and instrument maintenance logs, CAP comparisons, and department statistics in accordance with 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 and current protocols under the direction of the CNE AP Manager.
6. Create staffing schedules and evaluate needs for sick leave, vacations, and leaves of absence.
7. Oversee the procurement, preparation, and analysis of patient specimens according to established procedures.
8. Oversee instrumentation troubleshooting, calibration, maintenance, and quality assurance records.
9. Evaluate test results for accuracy, reportability, and clinical significance; report variances as necessary.
10. Manage department inventory and control expenses within budget constraints.
11. Maintain current knowledge of the field by attending seminars, in-services, and reading relevant journals.
12. Evaluate new methodologies and instrumentation, reporting findings and recommendations under the guidance of the CNE AP Manager.
13. Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications and Specifications

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

Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions—including Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group—are trusted organizations advancing medical research and providing leading healthcare services and programs.

Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as incumbents who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with reasonable accommodations, as determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.

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.

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