Supervisor, Histology

Supervisor, Histology

Anatomic Pathology is seeking a Histology supervisor. The incumbent will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Histology laboratory and supervision of the lab staff in conjunction with the Histology Manager. May be required to work the evening shift. Responsibilities include the following: Supervise histotechs and floaters, which includes disciplinary actions when warranted; schedule and maintain adequate coverage and effective utilization of personnel; provide technical instructions and training of personnel in histology techniques, instrumentation and organization of work; write and conduct employee competency assessments; ensure that all employees follow established departmental policies and procedures; maintain and trouble shoot equipment and instruments; ensure proper record keeping of timesheets; trouble shoot cases, slides/sections, and paperwork ensuring that tissue preparation and turnaround time meets the laboratory's requirements; perform daily QC and QA; provide backup for bench histotech's including cassette pickups, embedding, microtomy, staining, cover slipping, special stains (manual and automated), floating, and frozen section; communicates effectively with management; maintain inventory control. The incumbent will also provide coverage in on the evening shift, in the absence of the evening supervisor. Will perform other related duties necessary for the full functioning of the laboratory.

Responsibilities

• 50% Coordinate, direct and supervise histology staff and functions.
• 35% Organize and participate in daily lab functions.
• 10% Ensure compliance with policies and procedures and laboratory compliance with all Federal, State and other regulatory agencies. Participate in department's QA/QI process.
• 5% Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education and experience required and 4 years related experience
• New York State Department of Education Technologist License

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree preferred
• Histology Technician license plus 3 years of related experience or equivalent in education, training, and experience.
• HT/HTL (ASCP) registered or registration eligible.
• The incumbent must demonstrate excellent microtomy both on paraffin and frozen section.

Other Requirements

• Capable of micro-sectioning at 4 to 5.
• Must be able to successfully complete systems training requirements.
• Must be able to work evening shifts.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

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