Histology Supervisor

Baylor Scott & White Health; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

PTO from day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health in Dallas is seeking a Supervisor of Histology to manage daily operations of the Histopathology Laboratory, ensuring regulatory and safety standards are met.

The role supervises staff, coordinates schedules, administers training, and oversees equipment maintenance and quality control. Strong communication and leadership are essential.

Applicants should have HT/HTL certification and experience in IHC, special stains, and grossing; ASCP HT/HTL preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate's degree or 2 years of work experience above the minimum qualification.
• Experience: 3 years of experience in histology or related lab roles.
• Certification/Registration: ASCP-Histotechnologist (HT) or HTL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervises daily histopathology lab operations to ensure efficiency.
• Plans schedules, assigns work, and mentors staff.
• Oversees equipment maintenance and QC for microscopes and cryostats.
• Assists budgeting and long-term purchases for supplies and equipment.
• Develops and enforces policies for the histology lab.
• Ensures OSHA and CAP safety compliance.
• Keeps current on histopathology trends through literature and CE.
• Performs delegated CLIA duties as directed by the facility director.

Skills

HT/HTL cert

Histology

IHC

Special stains

Leadership

Mentoring

Microscopes

Cryostats

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Microscopes

Cryostats

Job description

Shift 8am - 430pm

Preferred Experience HT or HTL certified with strong technical skills in histology, IHC, special stains, and instrumentation quality control. Grossing experience is preferred. Clear and direct communicator who can teach and mentor others.

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

About Us

Location HTPN Downtown Dallas TX

Department Lab AP Histology

Shift 8am - 430pm

Preferred Experience HT or HTL certified with strong technical skills in histology, IHC, special stains, and instrumentation quality control. Grossing experience is preferred. Clear and direct communicator who can teach and mentor others.

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values Are

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

The Supervisor of Histology manages the daily operations of the Histopathology Laboratory. This includes ensuring regulatory and safety requirements are met. Supervises staff, including work assignments, hiring/termination, performance reviews, orientation, and professional development.

Essential Functions Of The Role

• Supervises the daily functions of the histopathology laboratory to ensure it runs efficiently.
• Prepares schedules, coordinates job assignments, and monitors personnel including the selection, orientation, training, assignments, evaluations, discipline, and discharge of employees.
• Oversees equipment maintenance records and schedules preventative maintenance for equipment including microscopes, microtones, strainers, ovens, and cryostats.
• Assist with budgeting. Provide information about supplies, personnel, and equipment. Seek avenues of cost containment. Plan long-term purchases or capital equipment.
• Develops, recommends, implements, and maintains policies and procedures related to the histopathology laboratory.
• Ensures compliance with all safety standards established by OSHA and CAP.
• Remains knowledgeable of trends in Histopathology through review of current literature and continuing education.
• Performs all delegated functions as defined by facility CLIA Director.

Key Success Factors

• Knowledge of laboratory regulations, protocols and procedures.
• Statistical and critical thinking abilities.
• Ability to comprehend and communicate instructions.
• Ability to perform laboratory protocols and procedures.
• Knowledge of safety and infection control standards.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Provides training and opportunities for continuing education.
• Effective leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Make tactical recommendations for allocating and directing supervised employees' work using established guidelines, policies, or procedures.
• Ability to make effective hiring and termination recommendations.
• Ability to train, and evaluate performance of supervised staff.
• General computer skills include Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling and payroll systems, electronic medical documentation, and email.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications

Location HTPN Downtown Dallas TX

Department Lab AP Histology

Shift 8am - 430pm

Preferred Experience HT or HTL certified with strong technical skills in histology, IHC, special stains, and instrumentation quality control. Grossing experience is preferred. Clear and direct communicator who can teach and mentor others.

• EDUCATION - Associate's or 2 years of work experience above the minimum qualification
• EXPERIENCE - 3 Years of Experience
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -

ASCP-Histotechnologist (ASCP-HTL)

ASCP-Histotechnician (ASCP-HT): Must have one of the following:

• ASCP-Histotechnician
• ASCP-Histotechnologist.