Anatomic Pathology Operations Manager

A well-established hospital system is seeking an experienced professional to lead the daily operations of the Anatomic Pathology department. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring operational excellence, regulatory compliance, quality management, staff development, and efficient laboratory workflow while supporting the delivery of high-quality diagnostic services.

Role Overview

• Lead daily operations of the Anatomic Pathology department
• Ensure compliance with hospital, regulatory, and accreditation standards
• Oversee laboratory quality control, operational performance, and turnaround times
• Manage, mentor, and develop laboratory supervisors and staff
• Support departmental budgeting, staffing, and strategic initiatives
• Drive process improvements and operational efficiency
• Collaborate with hospital leadership, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams
• Serve as a resource for technical, operational, and personnel-related matters

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily Anatomic Pathology operations and laboratory workflow
• Supervise laboratory personnel, including supervisors, cytotechnologists, histotechnologists, scientists, and laboratory assistants
• Ensure compliance with all hospital policies, regulatory requirements, and accreditation standards
• Manage quality control programs and monitor departmental performance metrics
• Oversee staff training, orientation, competency assessments, and continuing education
• Monitor laboratory turnaround times and implement process improvements
• Develop departmental goals, objectives, and operational budgets
• Manage hiring, employee evaluations, coaching, and corrective actions
• Collaborate with vendors to resolve equipment, software, and operational issues
• Support laboratory information systems and workflow optimization
• Participate in leadership meetings, departmental initiatives, and performance improvement projects
• Maintain a safe environment for patients and staff

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree required

Experience

• Minimum 4–6 years of relevant hospital laboratory experience required
• Prior laboratory leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of laboratory operations, quality management, and regulatory compliance
• Experience managing staff, workflows, and departmental performance
• Budgeting, operational planning, and process improvement experience preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• One of the following New York State licenses required:
  • Clinical Laboratory Technologist
  • Cytotechnologist
  • Histotechnologist
  • Pathologists' Assistant
• ASCP Certification preferred