Pathologists’ Assistant Supervisor – Anatomic Pathology Core Lab – Days

VCU Health • Richmond, VA

105d

About The Position

The Pathologist Assistant (PA) Supervisor is responsible for the supervision of the grossing area, autopsy suite and pathology operations in the morgue. The PA Supervisor works effectively with laboratory management, administrators and physicians to maintain competent staff in accordance with the VCUHS mission and vision. The PA Supervisor is responsible for scheduling; policy development; general operational duties; training new hires and daily operation of the grossing area from specimen accessioning through specimen processing. The PA Supervisor provides technical instruction to lab personnel and residents and documents their training and competency; maintains laboratory procedure manuals and insures the regulatory compliance of these areas; and manages the technical QC/QA functions for these areas. The PA Supervisor works in the technical capacity of a Pathologists’ Assistant, assisting pathologists with the proper grossing of accessioned surgical specimens, the preparation for and performance of human postmortem external examinations and eviscerations at autopsy and resident training. In addition, the PA Supervisor will perform specific tasks and duties under the direction and supervision of Attending Pathologists. This position coordinates with Medical Director and supervises the mandatory training of residents of the Department of Pathology.

Requirements

• Certified as a Pathologists’ Assistant by the American Society of Clinical Pathologist (ASCP) or certification eligible within 3 months from date of hire.
• Current PA (ASCP) Certification.
• Minimum of 4 years of work experience as a Pathologists’ Assistant with skills in surgical pathology and autopsy pathology.
• Lead level experience with increased responsibilities and expanded job duties.
• Previous experience in histology, histology procedures, and dissection.
• BS Degree in Science from an accredited Pathologists’ Assistant Program.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a PA working in an academic setting.
• Master’s Degree in Science from an accredited Pathologists’ Assistant Program.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the grossing area, autopsy suite, and pathology operations in the morgue.
• Work with laboratory management, administrators, and physicians to maintain competent staff.
• Schedule and develop policies for the grossing area.
• Train new hires and manage daily operations from specimen accessioning to processing.
• Provide technical instruction to lab personnel and residents.
• Document training and competency of lab personnel.
• Maintain laboratory procedure manuals and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Manage technical QC/QA functions.
• Assist pathologists with grossing surgical specimens and perform postmortem examinations.
• Coordinate with Medical Director and supervise training of residents.
• Troubleshoot laboratory issues and perform routine maintenance of equipment.

Benefits

• $30,000 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by Nov 30, 2025. Terms and Conditions apply.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees