Manager, Pathology

Sutter Health; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 161,000 - 242,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

Sutter Health, based in San Francisco, seeks an experienced leader to manage histology, pathology, transcription, and cytology operations within the anatomy pathology laboratory. You will plan and organize resources to ensure patient care aligns with laws, standards, and regulations, while standardizing workflows and driving improvements.

You will build solid partnerships with internal and external peers and agencies, guiding teams and intervening when needed to resolve complex issues and

Qualifications

• Equivalent experience accepted in lieu of degree.
• Bachelor's: Biology, Clinical Laboratory Science or Healthcare related field or equivalent education/experience.
• HTL-Histotechnologist certification.
• OR Certified Cytotechnologist.

Responsibilities

• Lead histology, pathology, transcription, and cytology lab operations.
• Plan and organize operations to ensure compliant patient care and adherence to standards.
• Standardize workflows/processes and develop action plans for changes.
• Develop partnerships with internal/external peers and agencies to resolve issues.
• Provide guidance and intervention in challenging situations.

Skills

Histology operations

Budget management

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Communication skills

Time management

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Bachelor's in Biology / CLS or related field

Job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization

CPMC-California Pacific Med Center Davies

Position Overview

Manages and provides operational and technical leadership for histology, pathology, transcription, and cytology pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic areas of the anatomic pathology laboratory. Plans and organizes operations and resources to ensure effective and efficient delivery of patient care consistent with applicable laws, standards and regulations. Establishes protocols and practices, ensuring compliance with department, affiliate, and/or system standards, policies and procedures, regulatory standards, and applicable laws and regulations. Identifies best practices and standardizes workflows/processes, and develops plans of action to implement changes. Develops and maintains a solid partnership with internal and external peers, leaders, and/or local/state/federal agencies to facilitate and collaborate on initiatives or issues resolution. Provides guidance and/or direct intervention in resolving challenging or complex situations.

Job Description

• Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.
• Bachelor's: Biology, Clinical Laboratory Science or Healthcare related field or equivalent education/experience

Certification & Licensure

• HTL-Histotechnologist
• OR Certified Cytotechnologist

Typical Experience

• 8 years recent relevant experience

Skills And Knowledge

• Expert technical and operational knowledge of pathology services, operations and workflows and how department’s process/workflow impacts other department operations.
• Demonstrates solid clinical proficiency and knowledge to effectively plan and coordinate patient services consistent with applicable laws, standards and regulations.
• Working knowledge and thorough understanding of state/federal/local and/or accreditation standards and requirements as it relations to operations and organization, with the ability interpret and implement applicable standards and requirements.
• Demonstrates ability to develop and manage a budget.
• Demonstrates tactical and analytical thinking and planning skills, and is able to develop plan to accomplish objectives, identify obstacles and resolve operational issues.
• Ability to build and establish effective working partnership with employees, peers and/or leaders to achieve business objectives.
• Verbal and written communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle difficult circumstances and make sound business decisions with little direction.
• Demonstrates ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment with changing business priorities.
• Organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple projects while delivering quality service and achieving business results.
• Demonstrates ability to work/interact with a diverse population while respecting cultural and linguistic differences and fostering an inclusive work environment.
• Ability to use essential software and applications associated with the role’s duties and responsibilities.

Job Shift

Days

Schedule

Full Time

Days Of The Week

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements

Occasionally

Benefits

Yes

Unions

No

Position Status

Exempt

Weekly Hours

40

Employee Status

Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $161,491.20 to $242,257.60 / annual salary

The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.