Pathology Laboratory Supervisor
About The Position
Precision Healthcare Specialists is seeking an experienced and motivated Pathology Laboratory Supervisor to oversee daily Pathology Laboratory operations. The role manages laboratory workflows, supervises and develops technical staff, maintains quality assurance standards, and ensures compliance with applicable regulatory requirements. It combines hands-on technical oversight with administrative responsibilities to ensure specimens are processed accurately, efficiently, and within established turnaround times. The supervisor oversees histology procedures and specimen preparation, monitors slide quality and laboratory productivity, supports equipment maintenance and validation, and manages supplies, staffing, records, and departmental operations. The position works in a fast-paced clinical Pathology Laboratory and involves handling human tissue specimens, laboratory chemicals, and specialized equipment. The supervisor collaborates with pathologists, clinical teams, laboratory personnel, and administration to support timely, accurate diagnostic services.
Requirements
- Previous experience working in a clinical pathology or histology laboratory is required.
- Strong knowledge of histology techniques, including tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, routine staining, special stains, and immunohistochemistry.
- Working knowledge of laboratory quality assurance, quality control, and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Experience with laboratory information systems (LIS) and electronic laboratory documentation.
- Demonstrated ability to supervise, train, and develop laboratory personnel.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining accuracy and efficiency.
- Ability to work independently and make sound operational decisions.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Histotechnology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Biology, or a related field preferred.
- HT or HTL (ASCP) certification strongly preferred.
- Prior laboratory supervisory or leadership experience strongly preferred.
- Experience overseeing a pathology or histology laboratory.
- Experience preparing for CLIA and CAP inspections.
- Knowledge of laboratory validation procedures and quality management systems.
- Experience managing laboratory inventory, staffing, and departmental budgets.
- Experience troubleshooting and maintaining histology laboratory equipment.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily Pathology Laboratory operations and workflows.
- Coordinate and assign laboratory responsibilities, including tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, staining, and specimen preparation.
- Monitor productivity, specimen volume, and turnaround times; identify and implement workflow improvements.
- Ensure specimens are received, identified, processed, documented, and prepared accurately for pathologist review.
- Perform hands-on laboratory duties as needed to support operations and staffing requirements.
- Coordinate with pathologists and clinical teams to support timely and accurate specimen processing.
- Maintain compliance with applicable CLIA, CAP (if applicable), OSHA, and other regulatory requirements.
- Oversee quality control, quality assurance documentation, laboratory records, policies, procedures, and SOPs.
- Investigate quality concerns, specimen discrepancies, and processing errors, and oversee corrective actions.
- Ensure documentation of equipment maintenance, calibration, quality control, and competency assessments.
- Maintain chemical safety procedures, including handling and disposal of formalin, xylene, and other hazardous materials.
- Prepare for regulatory inspections and maintain laboratory readiness.
- Supervise, train, guide, and develop laboratory personnel; coordinate schedules and coverage.
- Conduct performance evaluations, document competency assessments, identify training needs, and support recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding as needed.
- Provide leadership and accountability to maintain a productive and professional work environment.
- Oversee histology procedures, including tissue processing, embedding, sectioning, routine staining, special stains, and immunohistochemistry.
- Monitor slide quality and ensure specimens are prepared according to laboratory standards.
- Troubleshoot laboratory equipment and coordinate maintenance, repairs, and performance monitoring.
- Evaluate and assist with validation of new procedures, stains, reagents, and equipment before implementation.
- Maintain appropriate inventory of laboratory supplies, reagents, and equipment.
- Manage purchasing and vendor coordination, monitor departmental expenses, and assist with budget management.
- Review productivity and identify opportunities for operational improvement.
- Monitor staffing levels and identify personnel needs based on laboratory volume.
- Maintain accurate laboratory records, reports, and administrative documentation, and resolve operational concerns in a timely manner.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
