Histology Supervisor

Quest Diagnostics•Seattle, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Histology Supervisor - Seattle, WA, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Pay range: $86,595 - $147,545 / year Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation. Benefits information: We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. This position is intended for individuals with prior experience working as a histotechnologist and possesses ASCP certification in Histotechnology. The individual in this position will be capable of performing all routine histopathology functions, handle escalated issues and troubleshoot quality issues. The individual is responsible for providing supervisory oversight for the day-to-day operations of the laboratory.

Requirements

AS degree in Biological/Physical sciences or equivalent combination of education and experience.
HT (ASCP)
3 years Histology experience.
6 years of experience are required for any individual assuming a supervisory position in a New York State licensed laboratory.
Current state licensure, if applicable
Meet all of the qualifications listed in the Policy for Minimum Qualification for Histotechnician and Histology Supervisor.

Nice To Haves

BS degree in biological/physical sciences
HTL (ASCP)
Graduate of a NAACLS accredited Histotechnology program
6 years of histopathology experience, with 1-2 years in a leadership role
Immunohistochemistry experience

Responsibilities

Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Histology laboratory and supervision of the technical and support staff.
In conjunction with the operations manager/director, ensures that all departmental policies and procedures meet the standards of current state and federal regulations.
Coordinate and supervise the histotechs, laboratory assistants, grossing personnel, and other support staff.
Schedule and maintain adequate coverage and effective utilization of personnel.
Monitor and control expenses in line with department budget.
Assist in the preparation of the budget and recommend capital equipment needs.
Maintain appropriate levels of supplies and reagents commensurate with workload.
Provide technical instructions and training of personnel in techniques, instrumentation, and organization of work.
Maintain a current procedure manual, reviewing and revising as needed.
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.
Maintain equipment and instruments in good operating condition, recognize any malfunctions and troubleshoot.
Communicates with the Histopathology Technical Supervisor and Senior Medical Director/Laboratory Director as appropriate.
Maintain attendance records; approve overtime and vacation time.
Ensure proper time record editing.
Ensure the technical quality, so that the Pathologists can adequately evaluate prepared slides.
Ensure that all outstanding cases are reconciled.
Engage in client contact, as applicable.
Maintain appropriate quality assurance documentation.
Ensure that all employees comply with all safety regulations, including personal protective equipment.
Complete successfully all personnel departmental training and competency assessments.
Interact with medical transcription staff, as applicable
Facilitate and develop continuing education.
Perform special projects, as assigned by the operations manager/director.
Provide backup for bench Histotechnicians/Histotechnologists in sectioning and staining.
Ensure all corporate safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met.
Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CLIA and CAP regulations
Perform specimen preparation on non-gynecological specimens, including cytopreparation, staining, coverslipping, etc. after completing training on non-gynecological specimen types.  This includes specimen preparation of Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) specimens
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 and so much more!