Section Supervisor - Anatomic Pathology & Cytopathology

AMERICAN HOSPITAL; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

AMERICAN HOSPITAL in Dubai seeks a seasoned Laboratory leader to oversee Anatomic Pathology and Cytopathology operations, ensuring quality and accreditation compliance. The role includes training staff, supervising daily cytology procedures, and maintaining safety and confidentiality standards.

The ideal candidate has a DHA license, with >=7 years in the field and >=3 years in supervisory roles within Anatomic Pathology and Cytopathology, and strong English communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory/Cytology or related field.
• Current/Valid Dubai Health Authority (DHA) License.
• Minimum seven years' experience in a related field with three years in supervision of Anatomic Pathology and Cytopathology.
• Knowledge of CAP and JCIA accreditation practices.
• Ability to speak and write in English fluently.

Responsibilities

• Participates in a strategic Laboratory plan for operations and marketing.
• Participates in short and long-term goals for laboratory operations.
• Performs daily cytology routine processes from preparation to screening and signing out.
• Oversees daily onsite evaluation and adequacy in Radiology, OR and Endoscopy units.
• Assists in maintaining accreditation standards.
• Trains, supervises, and ensures assigned staff performance meets standards.
• Promotes a safe working environment and patient confidentiality.
• Participates in laboratory monthly focus group and quality assurance.

Skills

Staff supervision

English fluency

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory/Cytology

Tools

General computer applications

Job description

Oversees the day-to-day operation of the Anatomic Pathology and Cytopathology Section in the Laboratory, including Training and Supervision of assigned staff, Quality Improvement, Internal and External Quality Control, Trouble-shooting of instrumentation, Supervising the Proficiency Testing regime, Materials Management, Statistics, Method evaluation and setup, Ensure the Laboratory’s protocols ongoing compliance to College of American Pathologists (CAP) and the Joint Commission International Accreditation (JCIA) standards, Information management, Communication, Safety and daily Bench requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Participates in a strategic Laboratory plan for operations and marketing.
• Participates in short and long-term goals for laboratory operations.
• Performs daily cytology routine processes from preparation to screening and signing out. Primarily responsible for screening cervical (Gyn) and non-Gyn samples.
• Performs daily onsite evaluation and adequacy in the Radiology, Operating Room (OR) and Endoscopy units.
• Assists in maintaining accreditation standards.
• Supports Laboratory staff at all levels to maintain morale, and a proper working environment, and provide direction in the performance of their duties.
• Trains, supervises, and ensures assigned staff performance meets standards.
• Assists in staff assessment and development.
• Promotes a safe working environment.
• Promotes ethical practices and maintains patient confidentiality
• Participates in daily Quality Assurance systems and measures.
• Oversees the Quality Control Program.
• Supervises the Proficiency Testing program and reviews results.
• Performs Method Evaluation, Validation and Set-up.
• Provides troubleshooting support for instrumentation, procedures, quality control etc.
• Supervises reagent and supplies inventory.
• Tabulates monthly, yearly, and any other statistical data as required.
• Provides computer support for general and lab computing needs.
• Conducts periodic reviews of methods and staff competence assessment records.
• Prepares Monthly Schedule for technical staff assigned.
• Participates in the Laboratory monthly focus group.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory/Cytology or related filed
• Current/Valid Dubai Health Authority (DHA) License

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of seven (7) years ofexperience in a related field with three (3) years of supervisor experience in Anatomic Pathology and Cytopathology.
• Knowledge of Core Laboratory Sections.
• Knowledge of Accreditation Practices such as the College of American Pathologists (CAP) and Joint Commission International Accreditation (JCIA) and the like.
• Skills in laboratory and general computer applications preferred.
• Ability to speak and write in English fluently.