Grossing Supervisor

Quest Diagnostics•Irving, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Surgical Pathology area and supervision of the grossing and support staff. In conjunction with the Department Manager, ensures that all departmental policies and procedures meet the standards of current state and federal regulations.

Requirements

3-6 years surgical gross experience.
Experience should include grossing complex specimens if laboratory’s daily workload will consist of such specimens.
Meets all requirements as outlined in corporate Minimum Qualifications for Personnel Performing Tissue Gross Examinations SOP and 1988 CLIA CFR 493.1489.
Ability to prepare and maintain a department budget
Ability to maintain and update department SOPs
Lab Safety
Written and verbal communication skills
Organization skills
Ability to identify a problem, resolve, or escalate as needed
NAACLS approved Pathologist Assistant training program (Required)

Nice To Haves

1-2 years in a leadership role preferred.
Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time
Bachelor’s Degree BS degree in Biological/Physical sciences or equivalent combination of education and experience (Preferred)
AAPA Fellowship status and/or PA (ASCP) (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Coordinate and supervise the Lab Assistants in the Surgical Pathology area, Grossing Personnel and other Surgical Pathology support staff
Schedule and maintain adequate coverage and effective utilization of personnel.
Maintain attendance records; approve overtime and vacation time.
Perform grossing department specific orientation and training verification.
Perform New Hire QC for grossing staff when applicable.
Provide technical instructions and training of personnel in techniques, instrumentation, and organization of work.
Administer competency assessment, including direct observation, to grossing staff.
Administer and maintain HPAP documentation when applicable.
Assist in the preparation of the budget and recommend capital equipment needs.
Monitor and control expenses in line with department budget.
Interact directly with pathologists regarding gross dissection/description activities, including defined specimen types that require direct supervision by a pathologist.
Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correct the problems or immediately notify the histology supervisor/manager, technical supervisor, or laboratory director.
Maintain appropriate levels of supplies and reagents commensurate with workload.
Maintain a current procedure manual, revising as needed including appropriate documentation of review and approval.
Interview and select potential employees in conjunction with the Manager.
Write and conduct employee performance evaluations.
Ensure that all employees follow all company and department policies; initiate performance improvement with employees, as needed.
Participate in company meetings and conduct departmental meetings, when applicable.
Communicate with the Histopathology Technical Supervisor and Senior Medical Director/Laboratory Director as appropriate
Maintain equipment and instruments in good operating condition, recognize any malfunctions and troubleshoot as needed.
Ensure acceptable technical quality, so that the Pathologists can adequately evaluate prepared slides.
Maintain appropriate Quality Assurance documentation.
Ensure that all employees comply with all safety regulations, including use of personal protective equipment.
Ensure that all grossing staff have completed initial formalin monitoring when initially hired and periodically thereafter, if applicable.
Complete successfully all personnel departmental training and competency assessments.
Interact with medical transcription staff, as applicable
Facilitate and develop department-specific continuing education
Perform special projects, as assigned by the department manager.
Provide backup for grossing personnel.
Ensure all corporate safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met.
Other duties, as assigned by manager.

Benefits

Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
Best-in-class well-being programs
Annual, no-cost health assessment program
Blueprint for Wellness® healthyMINDS mental health program
Vacation and Health/Flex Time
6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
FinFit financial coaching and services
401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
Employee stock purchase plan
Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
Flexible Spending Accounts
Annual incentive plans
Matching gifts program
Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
Career advancement opportunities