Manager Histology

Onvida Health; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 90,758 - 145,213; Full time

Job summary

Onvida Health is seeking a Histology Manager for its Yuma Medical Center. The role includes overseeing daily lab operations, ensuring the timely processing of samples, and maintaining high-quality standards. Candidates should possess strong leadership skills and relevant experience in a laboratory setting.

This position requires an Associate or Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or Biology and specific certifications. A focus on laboratory compliance and operational efficiency is essential.

Qualifications

• 7 years experience with an Associate degree or 3 years experience with a Bachelor's degree.
• Certification as a Histotechnologist (HTL) or Histotechnician (HT) by ASCP.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise histology laboratory staff.
• Oversee processing of tissue and cytology samples.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Maintain QA/QC/PM processes.
• Develop laboratory protocols and maintain document control.
• Communicate individual contributions towards Onvida’s goals.

Skills

Histology techniques

Leadership

Communication skills

Ability to work in fast-paced environment

Laboratory information systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Quality assurance programs

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Biology, or related field

Job description

Work Status Details: REGULAR FULL TIME | 80.00 Hours Every Two Weeks. Shift: Days. Pay Rate Type: Annual Salary. Location: Yuma Medical Center.

Salary Range: Min $90,758.62; Mid $117,986.20; Max $145,213.79.

Summary

The Histology Manager will oversee the daily operations of the histology/cytology lab, ensuring high-quality and timely processing of tissue and cytology samples. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of laboratory practice.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise the histology laboratory staff, including hiring, training, and performance evaluations.
• Oversee the preparation, processing, and analysis of tissue and cytology samples.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and safety standards.
• Develop, complete, maintain, and monitor QA/QC/PM processes to assure quality outcomes.
• Develop and implement laboratory protocols and procedures and maintain document control.
• Conduct functional verification, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting on all equipment, maintaining proper documentation.
• Participate in the introduction, investigation, and implementation of new procedures and evaluation of new instruments.
• Collaborate with pathologists and other medical professionals to support diagnostic activities.
• Monitor laboratory inventory and order supplies as needed.
• Prepare and manage the laboratory budget and engage staff in efforts to contain costs and improve efficiency and cost‑effectiveness of services.
• Identify program or service growth opportunities and methodologies to enhance revenues.
• Collaborate with LIS analysts and IT department on all aspects of PIS system administration and project objectives.
• Communicate how individual actions contribute to the overall good of the institution and how goals overlap with Onvida’s goals.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Biology, or related field and 7 years related experience OR Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Biology, or related field and 3 years related experience.
• Certification as a Histotechnologist (HTL) or Histotechnician (HT) by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or equivalent.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Strong knowledge of histology techniques and procedures.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in laboratory information systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of laboratory accreditation processes and quality assurance programs.