Supervisor, Histology

Columbia University Irving Medical Center

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 130,000 - 155,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading medical institution seeks a Supervisor for Histology. The role involves overseeing the histology laboratory's daily operations, supervising staff, and ensuring laboratory compliance. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree and 4 years of relevant experience, along with a New York State Technologist License. Preferred qualifications include a Master's degree and HT/HTL registration. This full-time position is based in New York City and offers a salary range of $130,000-$155,000, with evening shifts as needed.

Qualifications

4+ years of related experience in a histology laboratory.
Demonstrated expertise in microtomy techniques for paraffin and frozen sections.
Registered HT/HTL (ASCP) preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise histotechs and maintain adequate lab coverage.
Conduct employee competency assessments.
Ensure compliance with laboratory policies and procedures.

Skills

Microtomy

Histology techniques

Laboratory compliance

Supervising staff

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

New York State Department of Education Technologist License

Job description

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Grade 105

Job Type: Officer of Administration

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Hours Per Week: 35

Salary Range: $130,000-$155,000

Salary is set based on departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Summary

Anatomic Pathology is seeking a Histology supervisor. The incumbent will be responsible for the day‑to‑day operations of the Histology laboratory and supervision of the lab staff in conjunction with the Histology Manager. May be required to work the evening shift.

Responsibilities

Supervise histotechs and floaters, which includes disciplinary actions when warranted; schedule and maintain adequate coverage and effective utilization of personnel; provide technical instructions and training of personnel in histology techniques, instrumentation and organization of work; write and conduct employee competency assessments; ensure that all employees follow established departmental policies and procedures; maintain and troubleshoot equipment and instruments; ensure proper record keeping of timesheets; troubleshoot cases, slides/sections, and paperwork ensuring that tissue preparation and turnaround time meets the laboratory's requirements; perform daily QC and QA; provide backup for bench histotech's including cassette pickups, embedding, microtomy, staining, cover slipping, special stains (manual and automated), floating, and frozen section; communicate effectively with management; maintain inventory control. The incumbent will also provide coverage in on the evening shift, in the absence of the evening supervisor. Will perform other related duties necessary for the full functioning of the laboratory.

50% Coordinate, direct and supervise histology staff and functions.
35% Organize and participate in daily lab functions.
10% Ensure compliance with policies and procedures and laboratory compliance with all Federal, State and other regulatory agencies. Participate in department's QA/QI process.
5% Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education and experience required and 4 years related experience
New York State Department of Education Technologist License

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree preferred
Histology Technician license plus 3 years of related experience or equivalent in education, training, and experience.
HT/HTL (ASCP) registered or registration eligible.
The incumbent must demonstrate excellent microtomy both on paraffin and frozen section.

Other Requirements