Surgical Pathology Lead - Banner Gateway

Core Functions

• Performs all essential functions of the AP Surgical Pathology Assistant.
• Provides technical support for all Surgical Pathology Assistants.
• 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.
• Affords assistance in the implementation of new policies and procedures, including QC/QA policies and continuous quality improvement programs in accordance with the Quality System.
• Supports and identifies potential for waste reduction and expense reduction programs.
• Maintains supply inventory and orders supplies as needed.
• 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.
• 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.
• Affords assistance in the writing of Surgical Pathology procedure manuals.
• Affords assistance during inspections.
• Maintains Iron Mountain storage of slides and documents.

Minimum Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) year previous medical laboratory experience in specimen handling.
• A 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

• An Associate's degree.
• Two (2) years' experience in a Surgical or Anatomic Pathology lab.