Histology Supervisor

HCA Healthcare • Denver, CO

7d

About The Position

The Histology Supervisor oversees laboratory operations and staff involved in preparing and processing specimens for gross and microscopic examination by a pathologist. The role ensures accurate sample identification and quality control, performs histology and cytology procedures as needed, maintains equipment, and contributes to continuous quality improvement. The Supervisor works collaboratively with pathologists and the care team and is accountable for service, quality, regulatory compliance, financial performance, and patient and employee satisfaction.

Responsibilities include supervising laboratory operations and resources; hiring, orienting, training, evaluating, and assigning staff; monitoring performance, operations, expenses, quality, and compliance; supporting budgets and decisions about methods, resources, instrumentation, and technology; developing policies and procedures; preparing for accreditation; and implementing improvements to workflows and customer service. The Supervisor also performs Technologist duties as required.

This is a full-time position described as nights/weekends only. The employer is HCA Healthcare, and the role is associated with Integrated Regional Labs, which provides clinical laboratory and anatomic pathology services in Florida.

Requirements

• Baccalaureate degree in Medical Technology, Biomedical Science, Biology, or Chemistry.
• National certification as a Medical or Histology Technologist.
• Three years of experience as a Histology Technologist.
• Thorough knowledge of laboratory methods and pathology processes, including correlation of disease states and results.
• Thorough knowledge of pathology technical component billing guidelines.
• Skill in techniques required to produce high-quality slides for pathologist interpretation.
• Thorough knowledge of laboratory accreditation and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to present ideas and concepts concisely to groups.
• Effective team-building and organizational skills.
• Ability to supervise, teach, and coach staff.
• Ability to assimilate and analyze information and recommend actions.
• Effective, proactive problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to prioritize, develop, and execute plans.
• Ability to understand work situations in a broad context and recognize interdependent work processes and the effects of decisions on other organizational components.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day laboratory technical and non-technical resources and operations to meet organizational and regulatory requirements.
• Execute programs for staff hiring, orientation, training, competency assessment, and work assignment.
• Provide staff performance feedback through coaching, reviews, and counseling; oversee employee output and conduct.
• Contribute to department goals for service, quality, regulatory compliance, financial performance, and patient and employee satisfaction.
• Monitor section activities and data to improve operations.
• Monitor department expenses, identify variances, and address them to meet fiscal and service goals.
• Contribute to the department expense budget, including consideration of new methods, resources, instrumentation, or technology.
• Work with the department medical director to develop and review policies and quality, service, and operational metrics.
• Monitor compliance with CAP, JCAHO, CUA, FDA, and CMS standards and lead department accreditation preparation.
• Oversee quality control and quality assurance programs related to test methodology, protocols, equipment, and supplies; participate in continuous quality improvement.
• Develop department policies and procedures and monitor staff adherence.
• Provide input into workflow, system, and process design; implement corrective action plans for identified service or quality issues.
• Serve as a customer resource, respond proactively to feedback, and implement improvements to meet customer needs.
• Develop and implement a communication plan to ensure staff receive information.
• Perform Technologist duties as required.
• Prepare and process specimens for gross and microscopic examination, perform histology and cytology procedures, and maintain equipment as needed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine benefits.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
• 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, based on years of service.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
• Fertility and family-building benefits and adoption assistance.
• Life insurance and supplemental health protection plans.
• Auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager