Supervisor, Anatomical Pathology

RWJBarnabas Health; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Planning

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Voluntary Benefits

Community Involvement

Employee Discounts

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health in Rahway, New Jersey, seeks an Anatomical Pathology Supervisor to oversee the Histology department's daily operations, ensuring quality specimen processing and regulatory compliance. You will lead the Histology Coordinator, Technologists, and Pathology Assistant, collaborating with pathologists and clinical teams to support accurate diagnostic processing.

This role emphasizes workflow optimization, SOP development, staff training, and performance management while maintaining

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in Histology or Anatomical Pathology.
• Experience with routine and advanced histologic techniques, lab workflow, and regulatory standards.
• HT(ASCP) or HTL(ASCP) certification required.
• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• PA(ASCP) certification for roles with grossing oversight preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise daily operations of the Histology laboratory, including accessioning, grossing support, embedding, microtomy, staining, and special procedures.
• Provide leadership, scheduling, training, and performance management for the Coordinator, Histology Technologists, and Pathology Assistant.
• Ensure compliance with CAP, CLIA, OSHA, and institutional quality and safety standards.
• Monitor workflow, turnaround times, equipment performance, and supply inventory to maintain efficient operations.
• Develop and update SOPs, quality control procedures, and competency assessments.
• Serve as a technical resource for troubleshooting, complex cases, and process improvement initiatives.
• Support pathologists with grossing oversight, specimen handling, and problem resolution.

Skills

Histology

Laboratory leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Education

HT(ASCP) or HTL(ASCP) certification

PA(ASCP) certification

Job description

Job Overview

The Anatomical Pathology Supervisor oversees daily operations of the Histology department, ensuring high quality specimen processing, workflow efficiency, and regulatory compliance. The role provides leadership to the Histology Coordinator, Histology Technologists, and Pathology Assistant, supporting accurate and timely preparation of tissue specimens for diagnostic interpretation. The supervisor collaborates closely with pathologists, laboratory leadership, and clinical teams to maintain excellence in patient care.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in Histology or Anatomical Pathology.
• Experience with routine and advanced histologic techniques, laboratory workflow, and regulatory standards.
• Required: HT(ASCP) or HTL(ASCP) certification.
• Preferred: Prior leadership or supervisory experience.
• Preferred: PA(ASCP) certification for roles with grossing oversight.

Scheduling Requirements

• Full Time
• Day Shift

Essential Functions

• Direct and supervise daily operations of the Histology laboratory, including specimen accessioning, grossing support, embedding, microtomy, staining, and special procedures.
• Provide leadership, scheduling, training, and performance management for the Coordinator, Histology Technologists, and Pathology Assistant.
• Ensure compliance with CAP, CLIA, OSHA, and institutional quality and safety standards.
• Monitor workflow, turnaround times, equipment performance, and supply inventory to maintain efficient operations.
• Develop and update SOPs, quality control procedures, and competency assessments.
• Serve as a technical resource for troubleshooting, complex cases, and process improvement initiatives.
• Support pathologists with grossing oversight, specimen handling, and problem resolution.

Benefits and Perks

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time.
• Retirement Plans.
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance.
• Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Disability and Life Insurance.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Student Loan Planning Support.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Wellness Programs.
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance).
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities.
• Discounts through partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.