Histology Lab Lead: Operations & Compliance

Jefferson Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement plans

Job summary

Jefferson Health in Philadelphia seeks a Laboratory Supervisor to provide clinical and technical supervision of medical laboratory staff, ensuring daily testing demands are met and operations run smoothly.

This role coordinates with physicians, nurses, and other practitioners, may perform bench testing, and ensures compliance with TJC, CAP, OSHA, DOH, and FDA standards.

The supervisor guides performance, training, scheduling, and quality control programs to maintain high standards.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree Medical Technology or related field.
• 7 years related experience in a medical laboratory setting.

Responsibilities

• Supervises daily operations and staff in the laboratory, including performance appraisal, and provides regular feedback and coaching.
• Oversees training, planning, directing work, addressing complaints, and coordinating hiring/discipline with management.
• Supervises bench testing to ensure accuracy and reliability of results and analyzes testing information for efficiency.
• Manages personnel records, timesheets, staffing needs, and work schedules to optimise resources.
• Develops and maintains laboratory guidelines and QC/QA programs; ensures regulatory compliance (TJC, CAP, OSHA, DOH, FDA).
• Assists in budget preparation and cost control; supports technical troubleshooting and interpretation of tests.
• Trains staff on procedures and standards; provides educational experiences.
• Participates in ongoing monitoring of QC and performance improvement programs.

Education

Associate’s Degree Medical Technology or related field

Job description

Jefferson Health in Philadelphia seeks a Laboratory Supervisor to provide clinical and technical supervision of medical laboratory staff, ensuring daily testing demands are met and operations run smoothly.

This role coordinates with physicians, nurses, and other practitioners, may perform bench testing, and ensures compliance with TJC, CAP, OSHA, DOH, and FDA standards.

The supervisor guides performance, training, scheduling, and quality control programs to maintain high standards.