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Director Anatomic Pathologist Jobs in California

Pathologist

Oakland, CA · On-site

$243.48 - $257.94/hr

Summary The physician will provide Anatomic & Clinical pathology services for Alameda Health System ... Provide medical director leadership to the Clinical Laboratory. * Provide assistance to medical ...

Pathologist - Physician

San Diego, CA · On-site

$135 - $210/hr

Serve on the NMCSD tumor board as directed by the Anatomic pathology medical director. * Order diagnostic tests as applicable as well as request consultation or referral with appropriate physicians ...

Serve on the NMCSD tumor board as directed by the Anatomic pathology medical director. * Order diagnostic tests as applicable as well as request consultation or referral with appropriate physicians ...

Pathologist - Physician

San Diego, CA · On-site

$135 - $210/hr

Serve on the NMCSD tumor board as directed by the Anatomic pathology medical director. * Order diagnostic tests as applicable as well as request consultation or referral with appropriate physicians ...

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Director Anatomic Pathologist information

What does a director anatomic pathologist do?

A Director Anatomic Pathologist oversees the operations of the anatomic pathology department within a hospital or laboratory. Their responsibilities include supervising pathologists and laboratory staff, ensuring the accuracy and quality of tissue and cellular diagnoses, and implementing best practices in pathology workflow. They also play a key role in policy development, compliance with regulatory standards, and collaboration with other medical departments to improve patient care. Additionally, they may be involved in research, teaching, and advancing new diagnostic techniques within anatomic pathology.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director anatomic pathologist?

To thrive as a Director Anatomic Pathologist, you need board certification in anatomic pathology, extensive diagnostic experience, and a medical degree (MD or DO). Familiarity with laboratory information systems, digital pathology tools, and regulatory compliance certifications such as CLIA or CAP accreditation is crucial. Strong leadership, decision-making, and effective communication skills help guide laboratory teams and collaborate with medical staff. These competencies ensure accurate diagnoses, efficient laboratory operations, and adherence to quality and regulatory standards.

What are some common challenges faced by a director anatomic pathologist in managing a pathology department?

As a Director Anatomic Pathologist, common challenges include balancing administrative responsibilities with diagnostic duties, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards, and leading a multidisciplinary team of pathologists, technicians, and support staff. Staying current with advances in technology and regulatory requirements is essential, as is managing workflow to meet turnaround times for test results. Effective communication and collaboration with hospital leadership, clinicians, and laboratory staff are key to maintaining high standards of patient care and departmental efficiency.

What is the difference between Director Anatomic Pathologist vs Staff Anatomic Pathologist?

AspectDirector Anatomic PathologistStaff Anatomic Pathologist
CredentialsMedical degree, pathology residency, board certification, leadership experienceMedical degree, pathology residency, board certification
Work EnvironmentLeadership role overseeing departments, administrative dutiesClinical diagnosis, specimen analysis, reporting
Employer & IndustryHospitals, academic medical centers, labs with administrative responsibilitiesHospitals, labs, clinics primarily focused on diagnostics

The main difference is that a Director Anatomic Pathologist holds leadership and administrative responsibilities, overseeing pathology departments, while a Staff Anatomic Pathologist focuses on diagnostic work without managerial duties. Both roles require similar medical credentials and work in similar clinical environments, but the director role involves additional oversight and strategic planning.

What are the most commonly searched types of Anatomic Pathologist jobs in California?

The most popular types of Anatomic Pathologist jobs in California are:

What cities in California are hiring for Director Anatomic Pathologist jobs?

Cities in California with the most Director Anatomic Pathologist job openings:

Infographic showing various Director Anatomic Pathologist job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution.

Manager, Pathology Consult and Ancillary Services

Moffitt

Long Beach, CA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Manage daily operations of the Anatomic Pathology Materials Management department, including the Pathology Front Office, Expert Consult Service, Inventory Management, and Ancillary Testing areas.

  • Oversee personnel management, budgetary and fiscal responsibilities, and ensure regulatory and billing compliance.

  • Coordinate research projects involving Anatomic Pathology, patient consult cases, expert consultation service, referral ancillary testing, and internal molecular ancillary testing.


Job description

Working at Moffitt is both a career and a mission: to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer.As the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center based in Florida, Moffitt employs some of the best and brightest minds from around the world. Join a dedicated team of nearly 11,000 who are shaping the future we envision. Moffitt has been recognized as a Best and Brightest Company to Work For in the Nation and is continually named one of the Tampa Bay Times' Top Workplaces.

Summary

The Manager Anatomic Pathology Materials Management, working under the direction of the Administrative Director of Anatomic Pathology, provides leadership and oversight of the AP Materials Management department. This includes the Pathology Front Office area, the Expert Consult Service, the Inventory Management area, and the Pathology Ancillary Testing area. These areas provide direct and non-direct patient care support services and work closely with Physicians, Pathologists, Nursing, HIM, PAT, CTO, Tissue Core, Pathology Laboratory departments, and External clients.The manager serves as the resource for coordination of research projects involving Anatomic Pathology, patient consult cases, expert consultation service, referral ancillary testing and internal molecular ancillary testing involving anatomic pathology cases. Duties for this position include management of daily operations, personnel management, budgetary/fiscal responsibilities, research project management, quality assurance and assessment, regulatory and billing compliance, ensuring accurate design of LIS and IT processes, and coordination of projects and shared interdepartmental activities. The manager also serves as the department's liaison or internal consultant for both inpatient and outpatient areas of the organization. The manager relies on experience and sound independent judgment to formulate strategic goals and to also resolve day-to-day operational issues. Emphasis is placed on high quality patient care, operational efficiency, turnaround times, and meeting budget targets.Position Highlights: The Manager, Pathology Consult and Ancillary Services, working under the direction of the Administrative Director of Anatomic Pathology, provides leadership and oversight of the AP Materials Management department. This includes the Pathology Front Office area, the Expert Consult Service, the Inventory Management area, and the Pathology Ancillary Testing area. These areas provide direct and non-direct patient care support services and work closely with Physicians, Pathologists, Nursing, HIM, PAT, CTO, Tissue Core, Pathology Laboratory departments, and External clients. The manager serves as the resource for coordination of research projects involving Anatomic Pathology, patient consult cases, expert consultation service, referral ancillary testing and internal molecular ancillary testing involving anatomic pathology cases. Duties for this position include management of daily operations, personnel management, budgetary/fiscal responsibilities, research project management, quality assurance and assessment, regulatory and billing compliance, ensuring accurate design of LIS and IT processes, and coordination of projects and shared interdepartmental activities. The manager also serves as the department's liaison or internal consultant for both inpatient and outpatient areas of the organization. The manager relies on experience and sound independent judgment to formulate strategic goals and to also resolve day-to-day operational issues. Emphasis is placed on high quality patient care, operational efficiency, turnaround times, and meeting budget targets. Responsibilities: Supervision/Leadership: independent decision making and problem solving, formulate department goals and objectives, demonstrates high level interpersonal skills, and strong verbal and written communication. Technical Knowledge related to lab operations, state and federal regulations and accreditation requirements (CLIA, AHCA, CAP, FDA, TJC), CPT coding and billing requirements, quality control and proficiency testing management and exceptional analytical and problem solving. Management/Operations: Ability to prepare budgets and monitor financial operation, evaluate and select capital equipment. Personnel: Demonstrates in depth job knowledge related to management and supervision of personnel; monitors productivity and adjusts staffing to optimize workflow and efficiencies. Project Management/Collaboration: Sound project management skills including managing multiple projects and deadlines, collaborates with external departments for the optimization of current processes and development of new approaches related to improving patient care and experience. Credentials and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Medical technology or related sciences. Minimum of five years relevant anatomic pathology operations experience at the laboratory manager and/or supervisory level. Minimum of five years experience within an anatomic pathology area, prior to management/supervisory experience. Preferred: Master's Degree in Business or Health Care Administration. Preferred experience and license in one of the anatomic pathology laboratory sections. Knowledge or experience with Digital Pathology and Informatics. Proficient with Microsoft Office applications. Specific experience with IT workflow design and build.

Salary Range

$82,721.60 - $124,238.40

Salary ranges posted for this position represent the expected base pay range for the role. Actual compensation may vary based on location and a variety of job-related factors, including experience, skills, education, and internal equity among Team Members in similar positions.


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