Senior Histology Lab Manager

The Specialty Alliance; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Specialty Alliance in Waukegan, IL seeks an experienced Histology Lab Manager to plan, organize, and oversee the state of histology operations, ensuring accuracy and timely results.

The role requires HT(ASCP), 10+ years in histology and at least 5 years in management; you will lead staff, develop procedures, coordinate budgets, and maintain QA/QC with safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• HT(ASCP) certification required.
• 10+ years of experience in histology.
• Minimum of 5 years of management experience.

Responsibilities

• Must be proficient in all areas of Histology.
• Train, supervise and evaluate the performance of laboratory staff; develop work performance standards; schedule and assign work and develop priorities; provide technical expertise as needed or requested.
• Establish and revise laboratory policies and procedures; develop and maintain appropriate quality control and quality assurance procedures: ensure compliance with current safety requirements as well as federal and state regulatory agencies.
• Participate in long-range planning and budgeting processes; project personnel and equipment needs; develop and monitor the laboratory budget; approve purchase of equipment and supplies.
• Maintain knowledge of technological advancements in the laboratory testing, computer applications and specialized instrumentation.
• Work cooperatively with GI Alliance health care providers, regarding the identification of patient information and reports; maintain confidentiality of information as appropriate.
• Prepare and maintain required documentation of test results; record and analyze data using computer hardware and software.
• Maintain current knowledge of advances in laboratory technology; federal and state regulations; attend seminars, lectures, meetings and professional conferences.
• Perform laboratory testing using standardized procedures.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Histology

Staff supervision

Quality control

Budgeting

Document control

MS Office

Education

HT(ASCP) certification

Management experience (5+ years)

Job description

The Specialty Alliance in Waukegan, IL seeks an experienced Histology Lab Manager to plan, organize, and oversee the state of histology operations, ensuring accuracy and timely results.

The role requires HT(ASCP), 10+ years in histology and at least 5 years in management; you will lead staff, develop procedures, coordinate budgets, and maintain QA/QC with safety and regulatory compliance.