Lead Histotechnician: Lab Ops, Quality & Compliance

University Health; San Antonio (TX); Presencial; USD 80.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

University Health is seeking a Histology Lab Supervisor to oversee daily technical operations, including embedding, sectioning, and staining, while guiding staff performance and maintaining high-quality tissue processing for microscopic analysis.

The role requires certification as a histotechnician, at least seven years of histology experience, and LIS familiarity, with a focus on compliance with CAP and Joint Commission standards and safety protocols.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
• Certification as a histotechnician is required.
• Seven years working experience as a histotechnician.
• Two years’ experience using a laboratory information system (LIS).
• Education/training equivalent to 60 semester hours with specified science/mLTC course requirements and ABHES/NAACLS clinical training when applicable.

Responsabilidades

• Oversees daily technical operation of the Histology Laboratory.
• Observes staff performance in embedding, sectioning, and staining quality and provides guidance.
• Prepares tissue specimens for microscopic examinations.
• Handles specialized histo- and immunocyto-chemistry testing.
• Coordinates and monitors workflow to ensure timely slide availability for pathologists/residents.
• Troubleshoots processes and follows up as needed.
• Promotes education and motivates staff to peak performance.
• Ensures CAP and Joint Commission accreditation and safety compliance.

Conocimientos

Histology

Laboratory supervision

Quality control

LIS experience

Staff training

Educación

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Histotechnician certification

7 years histotechnician experience

2 years LIS experience

60 semester hours with required science labs

Descripción del empleo

University Health is seeking a Histology Lab Supervisor to oversee daily technical operations, including embedding, sectioning, and staining, while guiding staff performance and maintaining high-quality tissue processing for microscopic analysis.

The role requires certification as a histotechnician, at least seven years of histology experience, and LIS familiarity, with a focus on compliance with CAP and Joint Commission standards and safety protocols.