We understand that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and that’s why we’re inspired to make A Better World for Pets. Antech is comprised of a diverse team of individuals who are committed to each other’s growth and development. Our culture is centered on our guiding philosophy, The Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom. Today Antech is driving the future of pet health as part of Mars Science & Diagnostics, a family-owned company focused on veterinary care.

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PURPOSE: The Assistant Director of Anatomic Pathology will report directly to the Director of Anatomic Pathology. This position will oversee roughly half of the anatomic pathologists, and will be responsible for monitoring, training and mentor Pathologists in their current assignments, as well as contributing to the career development for those interested in successive career positions in an impactful and positive way. The Anatomic Pathologist in this position also interprets biopsies and generates reports, making useful clinic-pathologic correlations.This position is a remote role.

  ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  Coach, train and mentor Pathologists for current assignments and development into successive career positions.Conduct and complete annual performance reviews within the established time frame.Periodically monitor performance metrics, including report content.Assist with Pathologist engagement initiatives.Facilitate regular pathology specialty rounds, CE/ journal club, associate meetings and professional enrichment.The East Assistant Director is responsible for the Pet Cancer team (oncology specialty group), the Ocular Pathology team, the Hepatopathology team and others as needed.The West Assistant Director is responsible for the Dermatopathology team, and the oral team and others as needed.The East and West Assistant Directors are each responsible for organizing 2 speakers per year for the monthly Continuing Education rounds shared with Clinical Pathology and the Consultants. Develop retention strategies with People & Organization in order to retain and develop qualified associates.Function as a role model for all Antech associates by displaying a positive attitude and constantly adhering to organizational policies, procedures, and a professional code of ethics.Provide a safe environment for associates, encouraging associates to contribute to problem solving and promoting best practices.On occasion, liaison with other divisions such as LabC, Customer Service, Sales, Consultants, Clinical Pathology and Clients with respect to Anatomic Pathologist concerns, to include direct client communication.On occasion, to include some weekends, monitor daily case numbers and overages as needed.On occasion, to include some weekends, assist with short-term scheduling changes.As needed, assume project/program responsibilities inside/outside the Anatomic division that help establish Antech as an organization of excellence.Approximately 75% of the East Assistant Director pathologist’s efforts will go towards rendering pathology reports, including morphologic diagnosis / microscopic findings, including specific information and using prescribed formatting where indicated, within prescribed turn-around time.375 cases per pay period5 days a week, Monday through Friday schedule, excluding shared weekend administrative coverageEXAMPLE: M= 30 cases; T= 49 cases; W= 30 cases; R= 49 cases; F= 30 casesConsult with peers, clients, Antech associates, and other medical/ scientific professionals via phone, email, digital pathology software, and Internet based video conferencing.Participate in Antech Anatomic Pathology conferences, seminars, and rounds using Internet based video conferencing.Assist lab personnel in conjunction with specimen processing as needed.Participate in per-to-peer digital pathology consultations.Engage in continuing education to stay current on new knowledge, methods, and standards as pertains to diagnostic veterinary pathology.Participate in in-house Quality Control.Contribute to the training of veterinary students, interns, and residents as indicated.Complete other duties as assigned, relevant to Anatomic Pathology, Antech, and Mars Veterinary Health.We share a collaborative obligation to ensure that we conduct ourselves in the utmost ethical manner and that we hold each other accountable to the values and standards of the organization. Every employee has the responsibility to ask questions, seek guidance, and report concerns and/or violations of company policy or ethical standards. Antech Diagnostics has several processes in place to communicate with leadership and expects that employees will have a commitment to integrity and uncompromising values.We share a collaborative obligation to ensure that we conduct ourselves in the utmost ethical manner and that we hold each other accountable to the values and standards of the organization. Every employee is responsible for asking questions, seeking guidance, and reporting concerns and/or violations of company policy or ethical standards. Antech Diagnostics has several processes to communicate with leadership and expects that employees will have a commitment to integrity and uncompromising values. 

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree or equivalentACVP Board Certification in Anatomic Pathology5+ years managerial experience preferred5+ years experience in veterinary pathology
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Excellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to organize and lead teams, including standing and ad hocAbility to objectively evaluate performance of direct reportsAbility to Coach, train and mentor Pathologists for current assignments and development into successive career positions.Excellent interpersonal skillsAbility to effectively plan and facilitate organized and productive meetings/ workgroupsAbility to work independently and resolve complex issues with minimal supervisionAbility to manage concurrent projects with competing priorities and aggressive deadlinesStrong PC skills including proficiency in use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams Passion for helping people and animalsStrong organization skills, with the ability to multi-task in a fast paced environmentAbility to work effectively with colleagues, clients and managementAbility to work independently, including remotely, using various platforms to stay connected with colleagues, clients and managementFluency in English

About Antech

Antech is a leader in veterinary diagnostics, driven by our passion for innovation that delivers better animal health outcomes. Our products and services span 90+ reference laboratories around the globe; in-house diagnostic laboratory instruments and consumables, including rapid assay diagnostic products and digital cytology services; local and cloud-based data services; practice information management software and related software and support; veterinary imaging and technology; veterinary professional education and training; and board-certified specialist support services.

Antech offers an industry competitive benefits package and continues to invest in and evolve benefits programs that meet the health, wellness and financial needs of our associates.

All Full-time associates are eligible for the following benefits and more:

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision (Multiple Plans Available)

Basic Life (Company Paid) & Supplemental Life

Short and Long Term Disability (Company Paid)

Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with company match

Tuition/Continuing Education Reimbursement

Life Assistance Program

Pet Care Discounts

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement, please see our Career page at Antech Careers.

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