Lab Supervisor - Cytology

Detroit Medical Center; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Career development

Education opportunities

Health savings accounts

Employee discounts

Pet insurance

Legal insurance

Job summary

DMC University Laboratories, Inc. in Detroit, MI, seeks a senior Cytology/Cytopathology supervisor to direct staff and oversee daily operations. You will manage hiring, training, and performance, ensuring efficient services while maintaining regulatory compliance.

The role emphasizes budget and quality assurance, HIPAA adherence, and ongoing process improvements within a regional lab system. Candidates should hold a Cytology degree and ASCP certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cytology or related science.
• Three to five years progressively responsible laboratory experience or two to four years supervisory experience in a clinical cytology/cytopathology laboratory.
• Registered as a Technologist with ASCP, NCA or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise Cytology/Cytopathology lab staff and daily activities.
• Develop and monitor budgets and quality assurance measures for the section.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, regulatory laws and DMC policies.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and staff training.

Skills

Cytology/cytopathology

Leadership

Communication

Process improvement

Lab operations

Education

BSc/MSc Cytology

Tools

ASCP certification

Job description

Embark on a rewarding career with DMC University Laboratories, Inc. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

Benefits Statement

At Tenet Healthcare, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance


• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match


• Generous paid time off (PTO)


• Career development and continuing education opportunities


• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts


• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program


• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Under limited supervision directs and supervises assigned personnel and daily activities of the Cytology/Cytopathology laboratory section to ensure efficient and uninterrupted operations. Responsible for overall management of the section which includes recommendations on hiring, counseling, and disciplinary actions of staff. Maintains statistical information related to section. Develops and monitors financial budgets, as well as quality assurance monitors to assess section performance and ensures established targets are achieved. Assists in the development and enforcement of practices to meet all operational and regulatory laws and standards including HIPPA. Participates in process improvement initiatives. Responsible for training, new employee orientation, competency assessment and evaluation of staff.

Supports the standards set forth in the DMC's Code of Conduct by creating an atmosphere of commitment to legal and ethical standards, and as directed, implementing external and internal audit recommendations. Monitors activities to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations JCAHO requirements, and DMC policies and procedures. As directed, implements external and internal audit recommendations. Ensures hospital departments achieve objectives for diversity of their suppliers.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cytology or related science.


• Three to five years progressively responsible laboratory experience or two to four years supervisory experience in a clinical cytology/cytopathology laboratory.


• Registered as a Technologist with American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP), National Certifying Agency or equivalent.

Skills Required

• Strong knowledge of cytology/cytopathology and anatomic pathology practices and procedures.


• Analytical ability to define functional, unit or service procedures, to independently oversee the application of methods, guides, and processes, to apply sound judgment in choosing proper course of action among multiple options, to interpret policies, to assist in planning short to mid-range goals and determining measures, and to assess and monitor progress toward Laboratory Services goal attainment.


• Communication and/or interpersonal skills for contact with internal and external customers/stakeholders to discuss and interpret technical information or Laboratory policy. Some discretion must be exercised in deciding what and how to communicate. Conflict resolution skills are exercised within the Service Centers and occasionally on an interdepartmental or inter functional basis. Diplomacy, tact and listening skills are required. Ability to read and comprehend policies and interpret technical materials in the Laboratory area is necessary.


• Leadership skills including demonstrated willingness to pursue leadership roles with increasing levels of accountability, comfort with decision‑making responsibilities, coaching, teaching and counseling skills, and the ability to inspire and build confidence in others and to forge alliances and garner support.


• Technical knowledge of laboratory operations and processes.


• Working Knowledge of computer applications with special focus on word and spreadsheet applications.


• Demonstrated understanding and application of process improvement skills and concepts.

Facility Description

DMC University Laboratories (DMCUL) is a regional, integrated laboratory system providing services to the eight hospitals of Detroit Medical Center. DMC University Laboratories evolved in 1993 and is comprised of Core Laboratories, Specialty Laboratories, two rapid response hospital laboratories, Centralized Stat Lab, Centralized Blood Bank Lab, and full service outreach infrastructure which includes patient service centers, remote ambulatory laboratories, marketing staff, courier system and billing department. The DMC University Laboratories service area covers the entire Southeast Michigan market, and is growing at a rapid pace with the following outstanding features: Test menu of over 1,000 tests, which includes high end specialty tests. Less than 1% of our tests are sent to outside reference laboratories. Provide reference laboratory services to many of the other healthcare systems in southeastern Michigan and several out of state facilities.

EEO Statement

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The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations

Job: Lab Services

Primary Location: Detroit, Michigan

Facility: DMC University Laboratories, Inc.

Job Type: Full Time

Shift Type: Day

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

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Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.