Supervisor, Histology Laboratory

UT Health San Antonio • San Antonio, TX

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About The Position

Supervises the technical activities of a histology laboratory and provides direction to laboratory technicians. Responsibilities Manages technical histology services, training technicians and staff, to maintain an efficient laboratory environment. Researches and develops new procedures to ensure quality control and efficiency of operation for the histology laboratory. Manages inventory and maintenance of supplies throughout the laboratory. Oversees the maintenance of processors, strainers, cover slipper, decal station, lab chemicals and dyes, and bio-hazard waste. Assist pathologists and researchers with clinical cases and projects. Performs quality control and quality assurance on a daily basis for clinical and research cases before they are sent out to researchers or Pathologists. Performs all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Experience managing histology services in a clinical or laboratory setting.
• Experience using automated equipment and instruments including microscopes, microtomes, and other lab equipment.
• Recent experience working with a wide variety of tissues in a laboratory or clinical setting.
• Ability to maintain strict protocols of all confidential or sensitive information.
• Ability to collaborate and gain cooperation in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manages technical histology services, training technicians and staff, to maintain an efficient laboratory environment.
• Researches and develops new procedures to ensure quality control and efficiency of operation for the histology laboratory.
• Manages inventory and maintenance of supplies throughout the laboratory.
• Oversees the maintenance of processors, strainers, cover slipper, decal station, lab chemicals and dyes, and bio-hazard waste.
• Assist pathologists and researchers with clinical cases and projects.
• Performs quality control and quality assurance on a daily basis for clinical and research cases before they are sent out to researchers or Pathologists.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed