Supv., Histology

Location: Main Hospital Building - 2nd Floor

About the Role

Supervises the work of assigned staff, performing quality assurance, maintaining policies and procedures, and managing supplies and inventory. Performs gross tissue and microscopic examinations to ensure Parkland complies with regulatory guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Selects, trains, and evaluates assigned staff to ensure maximum utilization of individual and group capabilities while providing optimal service to internal and external customers.
• Ensures assigned employees receive opportunities to further their knowledge.
• Oversees the preparation of all levels of gross tissue specimens for microscopic examination by pathologists, including surgical, autopsy, research, and outside cases.
• Performs duties of a Histology Technician utilizing advanced skills as needed to ensure proper coverage and administration of services.
• Trains, interviews, provides orientation, and motivates staff; manages personnel scheduling, time, and attendance.
• May assign staff to projects to ensure maximum utilization of individual and group capabilities.
• Serves as a lead resource to Parkland personnel, other hospitals, vendors, and physicians, maintaining positive working relationships with management and employees.
• Performs quality assurance and maintenance on equipment to ensure accurate workload reporting and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Troubleshoots technical problems.
• Assists with ordering and maintaining supplies and equipment, and/or preparing purchase requests.
• Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines impacting the Histology area.
• Assists with the review and updates of laboratory manuals covering the area of responsibility on an ongoing basis.
• Reviews the quality of tests and/or procedures performed to ensure result accuracy.
• Follows internal controls to promote adherence to applicable state/federal laws and accreditation requirements.
• Seeks advice and guidance as necessary to ensure proper understanding and reports any unethical or fraudulent behavior.
• Oversees research activities by coordinating Institutional Review Board (IRB) approved research studies with the Pathology Research Coordinator, ensuring research requests are completed and billed properly.
• Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in Anatomic Pathology by attending seminars, reading professional journals, and actively participating in professional organizations.
• Identifies and analyzes job designs, work processes, and workflows in Anatomic Pathology, recommending changes to improve work effectiveness, productivity, and efficiency in support of Parkland’s goals.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Six (6) years of experience as a registered histology technician.
• Previous supervisor or lead technician experience preferred.
• HT (ASCP) or HTL (ASCP) certification.

Skills

• Advanced knowledge of histologic equipment used for routine and specialized procedures, including operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Effective oral and written communication skills with all levels of internal and external personnel.
• Advanced in-depth knowledge of all histologic procedures and techniques, both routine and specialized.
• Ability to train and supervise staff-level personnel.
• Ability to coordinate and direct all laboratory procedures in the area of responsibility.
• Strong decision-making skills.