Team Lead - Pathologist Assistant - Surgical Pathology
Listed compensation
$108K - $162K
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Job Description
Why Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
- Benefits Highlights
- Medical: Multiple plan options.
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Supervisor-Surgical Pathology, the Team Lead-Pathologist Assistant provides functional, technical and leadership assistance and support to all staff in surgical pathology.
Provides education/training for others within the department and serves as a first line resource for team members.
Assists pathologists in the preparation and performance of human surgical specimen dissection and performance of human postmortem examinations.
Assists with and/or performs gross dictation of complex surgical specimens.
As directed by supervising pathologist(s), manager, or administrator, may assume other responsibilities including workflow management, research, and/or teaching duties.
This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship/ we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.
Qualifications
- Graduation from a NACCLS- accredited Master’s level Pathologists’ Assistant program
- Three years of ASCP certified Pathologists’ Assistant work experience and evidence of ongoing maintenance of certification
ALL MUST be included for your application to be considered:
- CV/Resume
- Cover Letter
- Transcripts (unofficial copy accepted)
- Internal candidates must provide their past performance appraisals
Site Description
Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations.
Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations.
Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.
Equal Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Team Lead - Pathologist Assistant - Surgical Pathology at Mayo Clinic a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 10% in Pathology (Lab Professional) — ranked against 58 active Pathology (Lab Professional) listings on WeekdayDoc.
Pathology Career Context
Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 8.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Arizona is 100.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$135k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $134k in an average-cost state. 60.3% of Arizona clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.6 / 10 · top 10% in pathology (lab professional) | ranked against 58 Pathology (Lab Professional) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $108k–$162k | Pathology median $117k (middle half $104k–$134k)25 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$134k in purchasing power | Arizona index 100.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Pathology listings in Arizona | 7 active | 58 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 8% state a sign-on bonus · 4% offer loan repayment80 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Pathology listings | 62 in the last 30 days | 64 the 30 days before (−3%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Pathology pay trend | +8.4% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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