Pathology Lab Lead: High-Complexity Testing & Autopsy

Kaiser Permanente; Downey (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser, Downey, California, seeks a Manager of Pathology Laboratory to lead high-complexity testing operations, supervise staff, and ensure quality control. This role coordinates pre-analytical and analytical processes, maintains regulatory compliance, and drives continuous improvement across departments.

The position requires leadership experience in healthcare, a medical lab science degree or equivalent, and Pathologist's Assistant Certification at hire.

Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) years of experience in a leadership role in a healthcare related field.
• Bachelor's degree in medical lab science or equivalent, OR minimum six (6) years in medical technology/healthcare field OR minimum nine (9) years experience.
• Pathologist's Assistant Certification required at hire.

Responsibilities

• Lead team through pre-analytical processes to ensure timely patient care.
• Maintain testing standards and train staff on lab procedures.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and accreditation standards across the lab.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Quality management

Problem solving

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Ambiguity management

Training & development

Education

Bachelor's degree in medical lab science or equivalent

Pathologist's Assistant Certification

Job description

Kaiser, Downey, California, seeks a Manager of Pathology Laboratory to lead high-complexity testing operations, supervise staff, and ensure quality control. This role coordinates pre-analytical and analytical processes, maintains regulatory compliance, and drives continuous improvement across departments.

The position requires leadership experience in healthcare, a medical lab science degree or equivalent, and Pathologist's Assistant Certification at hire.