Anatomic Pathology Operations Leader

WhiteCap Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

WhiteCap Search is seeking an experienced professional to lead the daily operations of the Anatomic Pathology department within a well-established hospital system in New York. The role emphasizes operational excellence, regulatory compliance, quality management, staff development, and efficient laboratory workflow to support high-quality diagnostic services.

Key responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, supervising path lab personnel, ensuring policy adherence, managing quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum 4-6 years of hospital laboratory experience.
• Prior laboratory leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory operations, quality management and regulatory compliance.
• Experience managing staff, workflows, and departmental performance.
• Budgeting, operational planning and process improvement experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily Anatomic Pathology operations and laboratory workflow.
• Supervise laboratory personnel, including supervisors, cytotechnologists, histotechnologists, scientists, and laboratory assistants.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, regulatory requirements, and accreditation standards.
• Manage quality control programs and monitor departmental performance metrics.
• Oversee staff training, orientation, competency assessments, and continuing education.
• Monitor turnaround times and implement process improvements.
• Develop departmental goals, objectives, and operational budgets.
• Manage hiring, employee evaluations, coaching, and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with vendors to resolve equipment, software, and operational issues.
• Support laboratory information systems and workflow optimization.
• Participate in leadership meetings and performance improvement projects.
• Maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Quality management

Staff development

Process improvements

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

WhiteCap Search is seeking an experienced professional to lead the daily operations of the Anatomic Pathology department within a well-established hospital system in New York. The role emphasizes operational excellence, regulatory compliance, quality management, staff development, and efficient laboratory workflow to support high-quality diagnostic services.

Key responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, supervising path lab personnel, ensuring policy adherence, managing quality