Pathology Lab Lead & Quality Assurance Specialist

Kaiser Permanente; Fontana (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente, Fontana, CA, seeks a Pathology Laboratory Leader to oversee high-complexity testing, tissue handling, and autopsy preparation, ensuring rapid, accurate results and compliance with regulations.

You will train staff, optimize workflows, and coordinate with medical teams to support patient care and diagnosis while advancing safety and quality initiatives within the pathology services.

Qualifications

• Minimum one (1) year of experience in a leadership role within a healthcare-related field.
• Bachelor's degree in medical lab science or health care related field AND 4 years of relevant experience OR 7 years of relevant experience.
• Pathologist's Assistant Certificate required at hire.

Responsibilities

• Promotes learning and collaboration, providing training and resources to coworkers and stakeholders.
• Autonomously completes assignments, collaborates to resolve complex problems, and guides others on procedures and policies.
• Develops training materials and evaluates personnel competency on an ongoing basis.
• Maintains compliance and accreditation by aligning with regulations and inspection standards; updates documentation.
• Links medical laboratory services with other departments and stays current on regulations and industry trends.
• Optimizes laboratory operations and processes for efficiency, quality, safety, and patient care.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to Detail

Communication

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Strategic Thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in medical lab science or health care related field

Pathologist's Assistant Certificate

Job description

Kaiser Permanente, Fontana, CA, seeks a Pathology Laboratory Leader to oversee high-complexity testing, tissue handling, and autopsy preparation, ensuring rapid, accurate results and compliance with regulations.

You will train staff, optimize workflows, and coordinate with medical teams to support patient care and diagnosis while advancing safety and quality initiatives within the pathology services.