Lead Pathology Assistant - Lab Ops & Quality

Kaiser Permanente; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Riverside, CA is seeking a senior Pathology leadership role to oversee high-complexity testing, tissue handling, and autopsy-support activities within an accredited laboratory. You will guide staff, ensure quality, and drive improvements across pre-analytical and analytical processes.

The role emphasizes leadership, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with clinical teams to ensure timely, accurate results and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in medical lab science or equivalent and 4+ years of relevant experience, or 7+ years without a degree.
• Pathologist's Assistant Certificate required at hire.
• Leadership experience in a healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead pathology team to ensure quality and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee tissue handling, specimen processing, and testing workflows.
• Support accreditation and regulatory inspections and readiness.
• Coordinate with medical staff to maintain patient safety and data accuracy.

Skills

Ambiguity management

Attention to detail

Communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

Quality assurance

Education

Bachelor's degree in medical lab science or equivalent

Pathologist's Assistant Certificate

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in Riverside, CA is seeking a senior Pathology leadership role to oversee high-complexity testing, tissue handling, and autopsy-support activities within an accredited laboratory. You will guide staff, ensure quality, and drive improvements across pre-analytical and analytical processes.

The role emphasizes leadership, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with clinical teams to ensure timely, accurate results and patient safety.