Manager Histology

Fulgent Genetics, Inc. • Coppell, TX

30d

About The Position

Inform Diagnostics, a Fulgent Genetics Company, is a nationally recognized diagnostics laboratory focused on anatomic pathology subspecialties including gastrointestinal pathology, dermatopathology, urologic pathology, hematopathology, and breast pathology. Founded in 2011, our parent entity, Fulgent Genetics, has evolved into a premier, full-service genomic testing company built around a foundational technology platform. Through our diverse testing menu, Fulgent is focused on transforming patient care in oncology, anatomic pathology, infectious and rare diseases, and reproductive health. We believe that by providing a wide range of effective, flexible testing options in conjunction with best-in-class service and support, we can redefine the way medicine is managed for patients and clinicians alike. Since integrating with our therapeutic development business, Fulgent is also developing drug candidates for treating a broad range of cancers using a novel nanoencapsulation and targeted therapy platform. By merging our fields of expertise, we aim to become a fully integrated precision medicine company. Summary of Position Histology Laboratory Managers are responsible for overseeing daily routine laboratory operations on a designated shift to ensure that all policies and procedures are carried out, schedules are consistent with workflow plans, and the department meets production requirements while maintaining adherence to Quality Control (QC) and regulatory guidelines.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's in Science or Biology strongly preferred.
• Five (5) plus years in an anatomical pathology laboratory; two (2) plus years in a leadership capacity.
• Current HT/HTL(ASCP) certification strongly preferred.
• Expectation to perform bench level tasks at least 50% of the time.
• Requires a high degree of care and attention with strict adherence to defined clinical testing protocols.
• Demonstrated skills in technical data interpretation and ability to troubleshoot.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, Outlook, and general working knowledge of Internet for business use.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
• Manual dexterity to use common laboratory equipment and perform sterile techniques as required.
• Completes other requested tasks as necessary.
• Visual acuity (including color discrimination) and analytical skill to distinguish fine detail.
• Ability to tolerate extensive periods seated and/or standing.
• Must possess ability to perform repetitive motion.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
• May have exposure to extreme temperatures, high noise levels, fumes and bio-hazardous material/chemicals including formalin in the lab environment.
• May be required to handle blood-borne pathogens and general laboratory reagents; handle live human specimens, tissues, and bodily fluid.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily supervision of moderate complexity test performance for routine histology functions including processing, embedding, microtomy, and staining.
• Maintain established performance and production standards, assure remedial actions are taken whenever test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.
• Assists with the selection, training, mentoring, employee scheduling, annual goal setting, performance evaluation and coaching of lab team.
• Evaluate the competency of laboratory personnel and assure employees maintain their competency to perform procedure, including, but are not limited to: Direct observations of routine patient test performance, including patient preparation, if applicable, specimen handling, processing, and testing; Reviewing quality control records, proficiency testing results, and preventative maintenance records; Directing observation of performance of instrument maintenance and function checks.
• Acts as first point of contact on technical, procedural, and policy questions.
• Keeps team informed of new processes and general updates.
• Assist with all histology lab tasks as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees