Histology Lab Supervisor (FT) - Center City

jeffersonhealth; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, Inc. seeks a Laboratory Supervisor to oversee clinical and technical supervision of medical technologists and technicians amid daily testing demands. The role connects with medical staff and nurses, offering bench testing when needed and ensuring regulatory compliance.

The position emphasizes supervision, training, and resource planning to maintain quality, efficiency, and safety in core and specialty lab areas.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Interacts with staff and coordinates daily laboratory operations.
• Oversees performance reviews, training, scheduling, and disciplinary actions as needed.
• Supervises bench testing for accuracy and reliability of results.
• Manages personnel records, staffing, and budgetary considerations.
• Develops and maintains lab guidelines and QC/PI programs.
• Consults with physicians and staff for technical troubleshooting and interpretation.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Communication

Education

Associate's degree in Medical Technology or related field

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related field

Job description

Number of Positions In Requisition

1

Job Details

Under the supervision of the divisional Laboratory Director or Manager, the Laboratory Supervisor provides clinical and technical supervision of staff medical laboratory technologists and technicians to satisfy daily testing demands and department operations. The Supervisor coordinates and oversees all staff activities in core and/or specialty laboratory areas, and maintains standards in accordance with department, hospital, and regulatory agency requirements. The Supervisor serves as a communication link between medical staff, nursing, and the laboratory, collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other practitioners on special or difficult patient cases. The supervisor may perform in a clinical capacity when necessary to perform bench testing, and must be able to fulfill all duties of a histotechnician/histotechnologist.

Job Description

Job Duties

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
• Oversees daily operations and supervision of technical staff in the laboratory, including the appraisal of performance and providing regular and annual performance feedback. Responsible for training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; addressing complaints and resolving problems in accordance with the organization's policies; and working with the Manager/Director in all activities related to employee hiring, termination, reward and discipline as needed.
• Supervises the production and performance of bench testing to ensure accuracy and reliability of results. Analyzes testing information to determine operating efficiency of process.
• Has administrative oversight of personnel-related duties, including maintaining employee records and timesheets, anticipating laboratory supply and staffing needs, and preparing work schedules to achieve cost effective utilization of resources.
• Develops and maintains laboratory guidelines and procedure manuals to ensure effective instrument and equipment use as well as quality control of testing. Evaluates new reagents and equipment according to established standards. Fully understands, complies with, and promotes the requirements for all regulatory agencies, including TJC, CAP, OSHA, DOH, and FDA.
• Oversees daily operations to control costs, and maintain operations at a level consistent with budgetary guidelines. Provides the Manager/Director with assistance in the preparation of the annual budget for the department as needed.
• Consults with laboratory staff, physicians and other customers to assist in performing and interpreting technical studies. Serves as a consultant in technical troubleshooting.
• Instructs departmental personnel and laboratory users on technical procedures to improve efficiency and ensure conformance with department standards. Provides educational experience for the staff.
• Participates in the development, continuation, and ongoing monitoring of QC and performance improvement programs.

Minimum Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Medical Technology or related field
• 1 year Prior supervisory experience
• CP-BC - Clinical Pathologist-Board Certified - American Board of Pathology

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer

This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Work Shift

Workday Day (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Employee Entity

Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, Inc. Primary Location Address 117 S 11th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University , home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges a