Overnight Shift Histology Supervisor - Lab Services - KSC: Central Lab

Optum; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 73,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

OptumCare in Houston seeks a Histology Supervisor to oversee embedding, microtomy, and staining, coordinating workflows while maintaining hands-on technical competency. The role emphasizes leadership, training, and regulatory compliance in a high-volume histology lab.

The successful candidate will lead a team, ensure turnaround times, and contribute to lab efficiency and quality. Competitive compensation and benefits apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• HTL(ASCP) or HT (ASCP) certification required.
• 5+ years of histology experience.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Hands-on leadership and ability to work in a high-volume environment.
• Proven leadership and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee embedding, microtomy, and staining operations.
• Coordinate workflow and ensure high-quality slide production.
• Provide leadership, training, and operational oversight within histology.

Skills

Histology

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

HTL ASCP / HT ASCP certification

Tools

Epic Beaker

Job description

Primary Responsibilities

• The Histology Supervisor performs and oversees histology operations including embedding, microtomy, staining, and workflow coordination
• Ensures high-quality slide production, adherence to regulatory standards, and supports laboratory efficiency and team performance
• Provides leadership, training, and operational oversight within the histology section while maintaining hands‑on technical competency

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• HTL(ASCP) or HT (ASCP) - American Society for Clinical Pathology
• 5+ years of histology experience
• Demonstrated solid attention to detail and organizational skills
• Demonstrated solid manual dexterity, attention to detail, and ability to work in a high-volume environment
• Demonstrated solid leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to work in high-volume environment and maintain turnaround times

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of formal histology training program or equivalent on-the-job training
• QIHC (ASCP)
• Supervisory experience
• Familiarity with medical terminology and LIS systems (e.g., Epic Beaker)

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $72,800 - $130,000 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income‑deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

OptumCare is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.