Dermatopathology Lab Supervisor — NYC

Gilder Search Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Comprehensive Benefits

Job summary

Lighthouse Lab Services in New York is seeking a Laboratory Supervisor to oversee daily histology operations in a high-volume dermatopathology setting, while remaining hands-on with grossing, embedding, microtomy, staining and IHC.

The role leads laboratory staff, coordinates workflow, ensures compliance with OSHA, HIPAA and CLIA, and travels to other locations as required. The ideal candidate has 2+ years histotechnology experience and HT/HTL certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant histotechnology laboratory experience.
• HT or HTL certification is a plus.
• Knowledge of general laboratory operations and automated IHC equipment.
• Strong interpersonal communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct laboratory employees while supporting daily operations.
• Coordinate team workflow, priorities, and communication with management.
• Oversee histology operations, including records, reports, and compliance.
• Support tissue preparation for microscopic examination and diagnostic confirmation.
• Plan day-to-day workload and adjust workflow as needed.
• Distribute work among histotechnologists and lab aides based on skills.
• Manage blocks, slides, requisitions, accessioning, supplies, and scheduling.
• Supervise customer service, courier coordination, IT/interface issues, and equipment concerns.
• Create and maintain policies and procedures as changes occur.
• Travel to other locations for lab-related work as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Histotechnology experience

Interpersonal communication

Analytical / problem-solving

Computer literacy

Education

HT or HTL certification

Tools

IHC equipment

EMR / LIS systems

Job description

Lighthouse Lab Services in New York is seeking a Laboratory Supervisor to oversee daily histology operations in a high-volume dermatopathology setting, while remaining hands-on with grossing, embedding, microtomy, staining and IHC.

The role leads laboratory staff, coordinates workflow, ensures compliance with OSHA, HIPAA and CLIA, and travels to other locations as required. The ideal candidate has 2+ years histotechnology experience and HT/HTL certification is a plus.