Lead Pathologist Assistant

Summary

Under the general supervision of the Manager of Anatomic Pathology and the Director of Surgical Pathology, this role is responsible for preparing surgical and autopsy specimens for microscopic examination. Duties include gross description, dissection, and specimen handling.

This position also oversees the daily operations of the Pathology Surgical Suite, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to established policies and procedures.

All employees are expected to role model Brown University Health’s core values:

• Compassion
• Accountability
• Respect
• Excellence

Core Success Factors include:

• Instill Trust and Value Differences
• Patient and Community Focus
• Collaborate

Responsibilities

Leadership & Supervision

• Supervise section staff through training, scheduling, directing, and performance evaluation
• Recommend disciplinary actions when appropriate
• Participate in training Pathology residents and medical students in autopsy and laboratory procedures

Specimen Preparation & Laboratory Duties

• Perform gross examination tasks, including:
  • Fixing, cutting, photographing, and sectioning surgical specimens
  • Preparing frozen sections
• Utilize the laboratory information system for documentation and workflow
• Assist in performing postmortem (autopsy) examinations

Operations Management

• Oversee daily workflow of the Pathology Surgical Suite
• Develop and maintain section policies and procedures
• Ensure the Section Procedure Manual remains current and accurate
• Coordinate activities with other departmental laboratories

Quality & Compliance

• Monitor laboratory operations for compliance with regulatory standards
• Review daily work records, reports, and quality control data to ensure efficiency and accuracy

Budgeting & Inventory

• Assist in preparing and monitoring the section budget
• Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment

Equipment & Maintenance

• Troubleshoot laboratory equipment issues
• Coordinate preventive maintenance schedules
• Participate in evaluation and selection of new equipment

Administrative & Additional Duties

• May represent the department on interdepartmental and intradepartmental committees
• Perform additional duties such as accessioning, billing, and coding
• Complete other assignments as needed