Manager, Pathology

Sutter Health•San Francisco, CA

1d•$161,491 - $242,258

About The Position

Manages and provides operational and technical leadership for histology, pathology, transcription, and cytology pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic areas of the anatomic pathology laboratory. Plans and organizes operations and resources to ensure effective and efficient delivery of patient care consistent with applicable laws, standards, and regulations. Establishes protocols and practices and ensures compliance with department, affiliate, and/or system standards, policies and procedures, regulatory standards, and applicable laws and regulations. Identifies best practices, standardizes workflows and processes, and develops plans of action to implement changes. Develops and maintains partnerships with internal and external peers, leaders, and/or local, state, and federal agencies to facilitate collaboration on initiatives or issue resolution. Provides guidance and/or direct intervention to resolve challenging or complex situations. The position is based at CPMC-California Pacific Med Center Davies. It is a regular, exempt, full-time role with a day shift, Monday through Friday schedule, 40 weekly hours, and occasional weekend requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or a healthcare-related field, or equivalent education/experience; equivalent experience may be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.
HTL-Histotechnologist certification or Certified Cytotechnologist certification.
Eight years of recent relevant experience.
Expert technical and operational knowledge of pathology services, operations, workflows, and their effects on other departments.
Clinical proficiency and knowledge to plan and coordinate patient services consistent with applicable laws, standards, and regulations.
Working knowledge and thorough understanding of relevant state, federal, local, and/or accreditation standards and the ability to interpret and implement them.
Ability to develop and manage a budget.
Tactical, analytical, and planning skills, including the ability to develop plans, identify obstacles, and resolve operational issues.
Ability to build effective working partnerships with employees, peers, and/or leaders to achieve business objectives.
Verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to handle difficult circumstances and make sound business decisions with little direction.
Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
Organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize multiple projects while delivering quality service and achieving business results.
Ability to work and interact with a diverse population, respect cultural and linguistic differences, and foster an inclusive work environment.
Ability to use essential software and applications associated with the role's duties and responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Manage operational and technical functions across histology, pathology, transcription, and cytology areas of the anatomic pathology laboratory.
Plan and organize operations and resources to support effective and efficient patient care.
Establish protocols and practices and ensure compliance with organizational policies, procedures, standards, and applicable laws and regulations.
Identify best practices, standardize workflows and processes, and develop plans to implement changes.
Build and maintain partnerships with internal and external peers, leaders, and agencies to support initiatives and resolve issues.
Provide guidance or direct intervention in challenging or complex situations.