Pathologists Assistant Supervisor

Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Position Qualifications: We're not just a workplace - we're a Great Place to Work certified employer! Proudly certified as a Great Place to Work, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment. At Sonic Healthcare USA, we emphasize teamwork and innovation. Check out our job openings and advance your career with a company that values its team members! You are made of leadership material. You have proven people skills, an eye for the big picture, and the drive to succeed. You’re also looking for great benefits, the support of an all-star team, and an opportunity to grow your career. Join our team of #HealthcareHeroes! Our mission is to advance the health and wellbeing of our communities as a leader in clinical laboratory solutions. Under the general supervision of the Pathologists, the PA Supervisor independently performs or assists in dissection, description and histologic sampling of a full range of surgical specimens while monitoring and directing others on the team. This Position is: Location: Las Vegas, Nevada Status: Full-time Shift: 1st Benefit Eligible Relocation assistance available Essential Key Responsibilities: Assists quality by assuring appropriate specimen access Enhances data picture by obtaining clinical history as indicated. Prepares tissues for histologic processing by describing anatomic features, dissecting specimens. Obtains biological specimens for analysis (viral and blood cultures, toxilogical material, etc.) and perform special procedures (tumor triage, coronary artery perfusion, faxitron, etc.) Photographs of pertinent gross specimens and microscopic slides. Performs duties relating to the administrative maintenance of surgical pathology protocols and reports on data: File reports, protocols, photographic and microscopic slides; Assure completion of coding. Enhances understanding and diagnosis accuracy by assisting in the preparation, performance and documentation of human postmortem examinations. Participates in corporate Quality Management Committee to ensure a consistent and constant focus on improvement in quality. Performs troubleshooting of problem cases as required to correct any errors and assist the Pathologists with producing accurate diagnoses. Maintains department staffing schedule to ensure no gaps in function. Develops, conducts and maintains relevant training programs to increase the staff’s qualifications and ability to consistently produce high quality work in a timely manner. Conducts performance evaluations and makes recommendations for necessary disciplinary actions. Education/Licensure/Certification: Bachelor’s in laboratory science. Completion of a Pathologists Assistant program accredited by the American Society for Clinical Pathology. Experience: Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Pathologists’ Assistant. Requirements: Successful completion of a visual color discrimination test. Successful completion of annual continuing education units per state licensure and/or ASCP guidelines. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Work Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America) Job Category: Laboratory Operations Company: Laboratory Medicine Consultants LTD Sonic Healthcare USA is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive workplace for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. About Sonic Healthcare USA Sonic Healthcare USA is a subsidiary of Sonic Healthcare Limited, one of the world's largest medical diagnostic companies, providing laboratory services to medical practitioners, hospitals and community health services, with operations in eight countries, on three continents and providing care to over 100 million patients each year. Sonic Healthcare USA is a leading provider of state-of-the-art laboratory services and pathology practices throughout the USA with eight operating divisions and nearly eight thousand US- based employees, 330 Pathologists and serving over 30 million patients per year. Sonic Healthcare USA operates under a federated business model that emphasizes medical leadership and community-based testing services to provide outstanding quality and service to the doctors and patients that they serve. For more information, visit the Sonic Healthcare website at www.sonichealthcareusa.com.