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Laboratory Sciences of Arizona; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonora Quest Laboratories/Laboratory Sciences of Arizona is seeking an AP Surgical Pathology Assistant to coordinate the site surgical pathology team and support the Production Manager and Technical Specialists. You will ensure proper specimen handling, triage, and complete QC/QA documentation.

The role involves staff oversight, training, scheduling, and contributing to policy implementation, with a focus on teamwork and high-quality customer service across the system.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of medical laboratory experience in specimen handling.
• Knowledge of pathology concepts and procedures.
• Demonstrated growth in responsibilities and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the AP Surgical Pathology Assistants and support the Production Manager and Technical Specialists.
• Oversee processing, QA/QC documentation, and ensure compliance with accrediting standards.
• Assist with supplies, inventory, and cost-improvement initiatives.
• Support new employee orientation, competency documentation, and scheduling.
• Act as liaison within the system and uphold teamwork and customer service.
• Assist with writing pathology procedures and maintaining slide/document storage.

Skills

Medical lab experience

Pathology knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AA degree

Tools

Iron Mountain storage

Job description

Primary City/State: Gilbert, Arizona Department Name: Surgical Pathology-Gateway Work Shift: Day Job Category: Lab Find your Voice, Passion, & Purpose

We are proud to offer new base pay rates starting at $22.53 per hour!

POSITION SUMMARY

This position will coordinate the efforts of the site surgical pathology assistants and assist the AP Production Manager and AP Technical Specialists in assuring all tasks are performed appropriately. This position will be the liaison between the histology department at Papago and the hospital site surgical pathology department to assure all specimens are properly handled and triaged and that all proper documentation is completed. This position will be involved with QC/QA documentation.

CORE FUNCTIONS

1. Performs all essential functions of the AP Surgical Pathology Assistant. Provides technical support for all Surgical Pathology Assistants.
2. Provides daily operational oversight and technical support for the required processing and clerical functions. Ensures that quality assurance and instrumentation maintenance records meet standards of accrediting and licensing agencies. Assists the AP Production Manager and AP Technical Specialists in the implementation of new policies and procedures, including QC/QA policies and continuous quality improvement programs in accordance with the Quality System.
3. Participates in AP financial monitoring and improvement. Supports and identifies potential for waste reduction and expense reduction programs. Maintains supply inventory and orders supplies as needed.
4. Assists in new employee orientation and training. Provides support to AP Production Manager in performing and documenting competency. Provides input for Functional Competency Assessments for employees in appropriate time frames. Schedules staff if directed by the supervisor. Assists with basic personnel oversight including participation in selection, training, developing and providing coaching under the direction of the AP Production Manager or the site supervisor.
5. Serves as a resource and communication liaison within the system. Interacts with co-workers with an emphasis on teamwork and focus on customer service. Demonstrates appropriate verbal and written skills.
6. Assists the AP Technical Specialists in the writing of Surgical Pathology procedure manuals. Assists the AP Technical Specialists during inspections. Maintains Iron Mountain storage of slides and documents.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) year previous medical laboratory experience in specimen handling.
• Comprehensive understanding and knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures within the Pathology field.
• Evidence of increasing responsibility in personnel interaction and organizational skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• AA degree.
• Two (2) years’ experience in a Surgical or Anatomic Pathology lab.

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