Pathology Lab Supervisor - Histotechnologist

Pathology Lab Supervisor - Histotechnologist (HTL)

Day Shift M-F 8:30-5pm

Location: Poughkeepsie, NY

Position Highlights:

• Full-time, onsite leadership position - Direct Hire
• Reports to: Director of Laboratory
• Base salary range: $93,000 - $104,000 annually (based on experience, credentials, education, and internal equity)
• Seeking a Histotechnologist (HTL) with New York State licensure
• Opportunity to oversee pathology laboratory operations and supervise laboratory staff
• Hands-on role with approximately 50% bench responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform bench testing and technical duties including histology/grossing, urine cytology, urine FISH, microbiology, semen analysis, and urinalysis
• Supervise laboratory staff and assist with personnel functions including scheduling, PTO approval, timekeeping, and annual evaluations
• Oversee daily pathology and clinical laboratory operations, including LIS/EMR interfaces and equipment maintenance
• Ensure compliance with NYS, federal, and accrediting agency requirements
• Maintain laboratory records, procedures, and regulatory documentation
• Develop and update policies and SOPs as needed
• Assist with validation studies, new test implementation, and equipment evaluations
• Manage proficiency testing, corrective actions, competency assessments, and continuing education requirements
• Coordinate equipment maintenance, service contracts, and repairs
• Participate in quality meetings, specimen audits, and continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree required
• HTL certification required
• Active New York State Histotechnologist license required
• Minimum of 6 years of laboratory experience preferred
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a NYS-certified laboratory strongly preferred
• Strong background in histology processes required
• Experience with microbiology processes is a plus
• Excellent attention to detail and strong written/verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative laboratory environment