Pathologist Assistant Supervisor

Sonic Healthcare USA, Anatomic Pathology; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonic Healthcare USA, Anatomic Pathology is seeking a full-time PA Supervisor in Amarillo, Texas. The role involves dissection, histologic sampling, and administrative duties for surgical specimens while overseeing team operations.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Laboratory Science and at least 3 years of experience as a Pathologists’ Assistant. The position is Monday to Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM, offering a structured work environment with focus on quality management and staff training.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 - 5 years’ experience as a Pathologists’ Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Assist quality by assuring appropriate specimen accession.
• Enhance data picture by obtaining clinical history.
• Prepare tissues for histologic processing.
• Obtain and perform procedures on biological specimens.
• Photograph pertinent gross specimens and slides.
• Maintain surgical pathology protocols and reports.
• Assist in human postmortem examinations.
• Participate in corporate Quality Management Committee.
• Troubleshoot problem cases as required.
• Maintain department staffing schedule.
• Conduct performance evaluations of staff.

Skills

Specimen accession

Clinical history documentation

Histologic processing

Biological specimen analysis

Photography of specimens

Administrative maintenance

Postmortem examination

Quality management participation

Troubleshooting

Training program development

Education

Bachelor in Laboratory Science

Pathologists Assistant program certification

Job description

Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities And Position Qualifications

Under the general supervision of the Pathologists, the PA Supervisor independently performs or assists in dissection, description and histologic sampling of a full range of surgical specimens while monitoring and directing others on the team.

Location

Tyler, TX 75701

Schedule

Days: Monday - Friday
Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Full-time: Benefit Eligible

Essential Key Responsibilities

• Assists quality by assuring appropriate specimen accession.
• Enhances data picture by obtaining clinical history as indicated.
• Prepares tissues for histologic processing by describing anatomic features, dissecting specimens.
• Obtains biological specimens for analysis (viral and blood cultures, toxicological material, etc.) and performs special procedures (tumor triage, coronary artery perfusion, faxitron, etc.).
• Photographs pertinent gross specimens and microscopic slides.
• Performs duties relating to the administrative maintenance of surgical pathology protocols and reports on data: File reports, protocols, photographic and microscopic slides; assure completion of coding.
• Enhances understanding and diagnosis accuracy by assisting in the preparation, performance and documentation of human postmortem examinations.
• Participates in corporate Quality Management Committee to ensure a consistent and constant focus on improvement in quality.
• Performs troubleshooting of problem cases as required to correct any errors and assist the Pathologists with producing accurate diagnoses.
• Maintains department staffing schedule to ensure no gaps in function.
• Develops, conducts and maintains relevant training programs to increase the staff’s qualifications and ability to consistently produce high quality work in a timely manner.
• Conducts performance evaluations and makes recommendations for necessary disciplinary actions.

Education, Licensure, Certification

• Bachelor in Laboratory Science.
• Completion of a Pathologists Assistant program accredited by the American Society for Clinical Pathology.

Experience

• Minimum 3 - 5 years’ experience as a Pathologists’ Assistant.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Job Category

Laboratory Operations

Company

Austin Pathology Associates

EEO Statement

Sonic Healthcare USA is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive workplace for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.