Surgical Pathology Lead - Banner Gateway

Banner Health; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 25,605 - 36,468; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Gilbert, Arizona seeks a Surgical Pathology Lead to oversee the efforts of surgical pathology assistants. The role involves coordinating quality assurance processes, providing technical support, and ensuring proper handling of specimens. Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least one year of medical laboratory experience. Knowledge of operational oversight and organizational skills are essential. This position offers a competitive base pay starting at $22.53 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year medical laboratory experience in specimen handling.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Pathology concepts and procedures.
• Experience in personnel interaction and organizational responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate tasks of surgical pathology assistants.
• Ensure quality assurance and maintenance records meet standards.
• Participate in financial monitoring and waste reduction.
• Assist in new employee orientation and training.
• Serve as liaison within the system for communication.

Skills

Technical support for Surgical Pathology

Operational oversight

Quality assurance knowledge

Personnel interaction skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AA degree (preferred)

Job description

Surgical Pathology Lead - Banner Gateway page is loaded## Surgical Pathology Lead - Banner Gatewaylocations: Banner Gateway Med Ctr (1900 N Higley Rd)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R4420996**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.**EEO Statement:**Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.**Privacy Policy:**