lead digital pathology Coordinator

Veterans in Healthcare; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, MA is seeking a Lead Digital Pathology Coordinator to oversee daily digital pathology workflow within the Anatomic Pathology Department. You will coordinate scanning, monitor equipment, and serve as the primary resource for troubleshooting and workflow optimization.

This role interfaces with pathologists, researchers, and vendors to ensure high-quality digital slide imaging.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Minimum 2 years in pathology, histology, or digital pathology.
• Experience with computer systems and web-based apps (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Leadership or project coordination experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leads and coordinates daily digital pathology operations and imaging workflow.
• Oversees scheduling and prioritization of scanning requests.
• Serves as primary resource for digital pathology operations and staff guidance.
• Monitors scanners and equipment, coordinating maintenance with vendors.
• Develops and improves standard workflows, QA processes for digital pathology.
• Coordinates with pathologists, researchers, and labs to support digital pathology services.
• Maintains image management systems, digital storage, and archival processes.
• Onboards and trains staff on workflows and quality standards.
• Supports continuous improvement to enhance efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Digital pathology

Healthcare IT

Project coordination

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Imaging scanners

Digital pathology software

Job description

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Boston, MA

• Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
• Full-time
• Day

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. The Lead Digital Pathology Coordinator provides advanced operational, technical, and administrative support for the Digital Pathology program within the Anatomic Pathology Department. This role oversees daily digital pathology workflow operations, coordinates scanning activities, monitors equipment performance and maintenance, and serves as the primary resource for troubleshooting and workflow optimization. The Lead Digital Pathology Coordinator is responsible for ensuring high-quality digital slide imaging for daily slide viewing, consultation, teaching/research, tumor board, clinical conferences, and archival imaging. This position will function as a lead resource for staff, vendors, and other outside facilities as needed.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• Leads and coordinates daily operations of the digital pathology program and imaging workflow.
• Oversees scheduling and prioritization of scanning requests to ensure optimal turnaround times.
• Serves as the primary resource for all digital pathology operations, providing guidance and support to staff involved in scanning workflows.
• Monitors scanner(s) functionality and equipment performance; including coordinating preventive maintenance and service activities with vendors for all digital pathology equipment.
• Troubleshoots scanner(s), and workflow issues and escalates concerns appropriately when needed. Oversees rescanning workflows, and corrective actions related to image quality and/or scanner failures.
• Develops, implements and improves standard workflows, procedures, and quality assurance processes related to digital pathology operations.
• Coordinates activities with pathologists, residents, researchers, laboratory staff, administrative staff and outside facilities to support the utilization of digital pathology services.
• Maintains oversight of image management systems, digital storage, archival processes and export requests to ensure integrity, accessibility, and compliance.
• Maintains organized tracking systems, spreadsheets, schedules, and workflow documentation related to digital pathology operations and equipment maintenance.
• Coordinates implementation of any new digital pathology projects, upgrades, validations and expansion initiatives.
• Acts as a liaison between department leadership, IT, vendors, and service providers regarding scanner maintenance, software updates, equipment troubleshooting, and operational concerns.
• Assists in onboarding and training staff on digital pathology workflows, scanning procedures, quality standards, and image management systems.
• Supports continuous improvement initiatives to streamline workflows, improve operational efficiency, and enhance digital pathology services across the Anatomic Pathology Department.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• A minimum of 2 years' experience in pathology, histology, or digital pathology
• Experience with computer systems required including web-based applications, which may include Outlook, Word and Excel
• Prior leadership, lead, or project coordination experience preferred.

Competencies

Decision Making Ability to independently make operational decisions related to digital pathology workflows, scheduling, equipment prioritization, and problem resolution. Provides recommendations for process improvement and operational efficiency. Problem Solving Demonstrates advanced troubleshooting skills for scanner(s) operations, workflow interruptions, image quality concerns, and other technical issues. Independence of Action Works independently with minimal supervision while prioritizing departmental needs and coordinating multiple ongoing demands. Written Communications Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written English with internal and external customers. Oral Communications Ability to comprehend and converse in English to communicate effectively with medical center staff, patients, families and external customers Knowledge Demonstrates advanced knowledge of digital pathology concepts, practices and policies with the ability to use them in complex varied situations. Team Work/Leadership Ability to lead workflow operations, coordinate staff activities, support collaborative problem-solving, and foster a positive team environment Customer Service Ability to demonstrate a positive attitude and respond to requests in a timely and respectful manner. Physical Nature of the job Sedentary work: exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally in carrying, lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects. Sitting most of the time, walking and standing required only occasionally.

Pay Range: $24.26 – $32.64