Head of Anatomic Pathology Lab Operations

Trinity Health; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mission-driven organization

Comprehensive benefits Day One

Award-winning hospital

Leadership opportunity

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital & Medical Center in Hartford, CT is seeking an experienced Manager, Anatomic Pathology to lead Histology, Surgical Pathology, Cytology, and Autopsy operations, ensuring quality, regulatory compliance, and timely diagnostic services across inpatient and outpatient settings.

You will develop staff, manage budgets, drive improvements, and partner with pathologists and clinical leaders to optimize workflows and patient care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in physical, chemical, or biological science required; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum five years in Anatomic Pathology with at least three years in a lead/supervisory role.
• HTL(ASCP), CT(ASCP), PA(ASCP) or equivalent certification; CLIA high-complexity requirements compliance.
• Demonstrated leadership, change management, and talent development skills.
• Proficiency with QA/QC principles, laboratory instrumentation, and digital pathology concepts.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations for Histology, Surgical Pathology, Cytology, and Autopsy; ensure staffing and service excellence.
• Recruit, develop, assess, and engage laboratory staff.
• Drive quality and regulatory compliance with CLIA, CAP, Joint Commission, OSHA, and state requirements.
• Partner with Pathologists and clinical leaders to optimize workflows and turnaround times.
• Oversee quality management programs, metrics, and process improvement to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Manage policies, equipment, tech implementations, and validation activities.
• Develop and manage departmental operating and capital budgets and vendor relations.
• Collaborate across departments to ensure seamless service delivery and continuous improvement.
• Support strategic growth, digital pathology, and organizational goals through innovation.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Quality assurance

Regulatory compliance

Analytical thinking

Communication

Change management

Education

Bachelor's in Physical/Chemical/Biological Science

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

LIS/AP-LIS workflows

Job description

Saint Francis Hospital & Medical Center in Hartford, CT is seeking an experienced Manager, Anatomic Pathology to lead Histology, Surgical Pathology, Cytology, and Autopsy operations, ensuring quality, regulatory compliance, and timely diagnostic services across inpatient and outpatient settings.

You will develop staff, manage budgets, drive improvements, and partner with pathologists and clinical leaders to optimize workflows and patient care.