Manager Histology/Pathology

Baylor Scott & White Health; Killeen (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate health and welfare benefits

401(k) with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual from Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health in Texas is seeking a Manager of Anatomic Histology/Pathology to oversee daily lab operations, staff supervision, and regulatory compliance. This role coordinates with pathologists and residents, manages schedules, and leads quality initiatives in a high-volume histology setting.

The position requires leadership experience in a histology lab, CLIA knowledge, and a commitment to safety and continuous education.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or 4 years of work experience above minimum.
• issuing relevant certification/registration as required.
• Experience: 4 years in histology or pathology lab leadership.

Responsibilities

• Manages the daily functions of the histopathology laboratory to ensure efficiency. Performs all delegated functions as defined by the facility CLIA Director.
• Prepares schedules, coordinates job assignments, and monitors personnel including the selection, orientation, training, assignments, evaluations, discipline, and discharge of employees.
• Serves as a liaison between residents, pathologists, and histopathology lab staff. Works with physicians for special staining and cutting requests.
• Oversees equipment maintenance records and schedules preventative maintenance for equipment including microscopes, microtomes, strainers, ovens, and cryostats.
• Budgets, provides information about supplies, personnel, and equipment, seeks avenues of cost containment, and plans 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.

Skills

Statistical thinking

Teamwork

Communication

MS Office proficiency

Information security awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree or 4 years of work experience above the minimum qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Laboratory information systems

Job description

About Us

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

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

5+ Years of Histology perferred

The Manager of Anatomic Histology/Pathology manages 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

• Manages the daily functions of the histopathology laboratory to ensure efficiency. Performs all delegated functions as defined by the facility CLIA Director.
• Prepares schedules, coordinates job assignments, and monitors personnel including the selection, orientation, training, assignments, evaluations, discipline, and discharge of employees.
• Serves as a liaison between residents, pathologists, and histopathology lab staff. Works with physicians for special staining and cutting requests.
• Oversees equipment maintenance records and schedules preventative maintenance for equipment including microscopes, microtones, strainers, ovens, and cryostats.
• Budgets, provides information about supplies, personnel, and equipment, seeks avenues of cost containment, and plans 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.

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.
• Ability to make operational choices about how work gets done, quality and productivity standards, and measurable goals for employees and project teams.
• Ability to use broader targets to regulate how best to use resources to meet schedules and goals.Ability to make or approve effective hiring and termination judgments.
• Ability to evaluate and recommend changes to policies, and establish procedures that affect the managed organization.
• Basic business knowledge includes annual planning, goal setting, budget adherence, employee compensation, compliance, and risk management.
• 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

• EDUCATION - Bachelor's or 4 years of work experience above the minimum qualification
• EXPERIENCE - 4 Years of Experience
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -

Certification/License/Registration

ASCP-Histotechnician (ASCP-HT), ASCP-Histotechnologist (ASCP-HTL), ASCP-Pathologist Asst (ASCP-PA): "Must have one of the following:"

• ASCP-Histotechnician ASCP-HT, or
• ASCP-Histotechnologist ASCP-HTL, or
• ASCP-Pathologist Asst ASCP-PA".