LAB Pathology Navigator
Company: Sonora Quest Laboratories
Location: Phoenix
Posted on: March 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Primary City/State: Phoenix, Arizona Department Name: Support
Ops Admin-Ref Lab Work Shift: Day Job Category: Lab Find your
Voice, Passion, & Purpose POSITION SUMMARY This position serves as
a liaison between pathologists, clinical care teams, and reference
laboratories to ensure a seamless and efficient care from diagnosis
to treatment and participates in the coordination and navigation of
complex molecular, esoteric, and pathology-related testing,
including clinical trial referrals and multidisciplinary planning.
This position is part of a centralized system support team
responsible for managing pathology consults, test send outs, and
data tracking related to molecular testing and plays a critical
role in ensuring appropriate tissue handling, test utilization, and
billing processes are followed. While these standards are intended
to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, management
reserves the right to modify add/or remove duties and to assign
other duties as necessary. Performs all functions according to
established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation
requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. CORE
FUNCTIONS 1. Acts as a centralized resource for the Banner sites
and promotes cross-departmental collaboration to support
standardized, efficient workflows for pathology and molecular
testing, while positively promoting the Mission, Vision and Values
of the company and supporting the Road Map. 2. Coordinates triage
of pathology specimens and molecular test requests communicates
with the clinical care team to gather pertinent clinical history,
pathology reports, and progress notes as well as supports the
organization and facilitation of multidisciplinary tumor boards and
planning conferences. 3. Sends specimens to designated reference
laboratories for molecular and esoteric testing and tracks testing
status and reports results to appropriate care teams in a timely
manner. Enters and manages molecular and pathology data to support
research, quality initiatives, reporting requirements, and
appropriate billing practices. 4. Serves as a resource,
communicating courteously, effectively, and accurately with
internal and external customers to include molecular testing
vendors. Interacts with peers and coworkers with an emphasis on
teamwork and a strong focus on customer service excellence.
Functions as a liaison between and partners with other departments,
as necessary. 5. Works closely with pathology, histology and
referral laboratories to ensure best utilization of tissues to
ensure it is prepared appropriately for requested testing. Mentors
staff and helps develop policies. NOTE: The core functions are
intended to describe the general content and requirements of this
position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of
duties. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented as
outlined by leadership. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma
or equivalent. Five (5) years of experience in pathology,
laboratory services, molecular testing coordination, or related
clinical setting. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and
laboratory information systems (LIS). Must possess a valid driver's
license. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Project Management experience,
with knowledge or application of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
Direct experience with multi-site operations and system-level
responsibilities. Strong organizational, analytical, and
communication skills. Knowledge of regulatory and billing practices
related to molecular testing. Bachelor's degree in business, health
care administration or related field. Additional related education
and/or experience. EEO Statement: EEO/Disabled/Veterans Our
organization supports a drug-free work environment. Privacy Policy:
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