Super., Immunohistology AP

Company Overview:
This is an exciting time to join our dynamic organization BioReference, an OPKO Health company, is the largest full service specialty laboratory in the United States that gives healthcare providers and patients the power to make confident healthcare decisions. With a focus on oncology, urology and women’s health, BioReference offers comprehensive test solutions and unparalleled expertise based on a 40 year legacy of proven science and exceptional service. Join our team and become part of the journey in making our patients and customers the highest priority.

Job Description:
We are looking for a Anatomic Pathology Supervisor (40 Hours per week) at our Valhalla, NY location. 

 

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 4:30am - 12:30pm

 

Position Summary: Under the directive of the Manager/Director, the Histology Supervisor plans, organizes, schedules, and directs the Histology department in order to effectively utilize employees and equipment to meet established turnaround time and material utilization within budgetary constraints while adhering to quality technical standards. The Histology Supervisor provides direct on-site analysis of the day to day operation including adjustment of specimen workflow, test performance, quality, compliance, and associated documentation to adhere to the applicable regulatory agencies, company policies and procedures.

 

Position Responsibilities:

Duties may include but are not necessarily limited to the following:

Performs the scheduling, planning, staffing, and monitoring of workflow based on patient load to meet established goals.

Procures appropriate supplies and equipment to maximize department efficiency and stays within established budgetary and quality goals including accurate monthly inventory.

Performs testing using such methods as cutting H&E, Special Stain, IHC Slides, Embedding, etc.

Responsible for the registration/billing of Histology specimens.

Provides technical oversight of area(s) of responsibility. Serves as a technical resource for problem solving and process improvement to ensure accurate test performance and meets all quality goals. Investigates and documents non-conforming events as necessary.

Devotes time to evaluate workflow and specimen testing to maintain adequate turnaround time and improve shift/employee productivity

Ensures compliance with regulatory agency requirements through maintaining proper documentation, conducting audits, and corrective actions. Troubleshoots and recommends process improvements, as needed. Follows the audit calendar to ensure all quality tasks are completed.

Supports, implements, and ensures compliance with all department and company policies and procedures.

Monitors and ensures implementation of goals to meet established quality assurance, quality
control, quality improvement plans and turnaround time.

Interacts with internal and external customers to ensure proper sample handling, reporting and resolution of questions and concerns.

Participates in the updating of departmental standard operating procedures to accurately
reflect the current practices.

Reviews Quality Control data as needed and at least monthly or as required.

Maintains and updates all Standard Operating Procedures and Forms to include Safety Data Sheets.

Review of test results prior to release when applicable.

Responsible for validating and implementing new methods and technologies.

Must have proven leadership, interpersonal, communication, computer and technical skills
in the specialty area being supervised.

Ability to express ideas and report findings in a comprehensive and thorough manner.

Answers inquiries regarding methodology and special factors that can influence test results.

Interacts with co-workers in a way that promotes a harmonious and cooperative working

 

QUALIFICATIONS

 

Required:

BSMT or BS Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Lab Science, Medical Technology, or other related life science

6 years or more of experience as a Medical Technologist in a CLIA accredited clinical laboratory

2 or more years of previous experience as a Histology Technologist

State Licensure, where applicable (CA, FL, and NY require state licensing)

Must be able to successfully perform in all areas of Histology (grossing, embedding, staining, cutting, IHC, etc.)

Previous experience as a Lead Technologist or Lab Supervisor

Mathematical, computer, reasoning, and language skills at the college level (2 years)

Ability to read and interpret laboratory slides and be confident with your results

 

Preferred:

ASCP or other national certification highly desired

Minimum of 2 years of experience supervising other lab personnel, recommending process improvements, problem solving and maintaining the lab.

 

Bioreference is an equal opportunity employer. 

Compensation Range:
The anticipated compensation for this position is USD $(phone number removed)/Yr. - USD $(phone number removed)/Yr. depending on experience and qualifications.

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