Supervisor, Pathology

Paycom; South Wethersfield (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Paycom seeks a Pathology Supervisor to oversee specimen handling, slide preparation, and QA in a professional lab environment in Connecticut. You will ensure accurate processing, regulatory compliance, and effective teamwork.

You will coordinate scheduling and payroll activities, support staff relations, and contribute to policy development and safety improvements while collaborating with physicians and vendors to uphold high standards of patient care.

Qualifications

• AA in Science or HT/HTL ASCP required.
• Five years of laboratory experience.
• Knowledge of CLIA 88 testing personnel criteria.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily laboratory operations and back up for lab duties.
• Aid in scheduling, recruitment and payroll processes.
• Support staff relations including performance management and conflict resolution.
• Help develop and implement policies, procedures and safety programs.
• Maintain strong relationships with physicians, colleagues and vendors to ensure quality and timely service.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Independent worker

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Education

AA in Science or HT/HTL ASCP

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Quality control software

Job description

Company Conformance StatementsIn the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following:Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.Interact professionally with other employees, customers and suppliers.Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.Position purposeThe Pathology Supervisor is responsible for assisting in all phases of specimen handling and slide preparation of pathology specimens, including quality control and assuranceResponsibilities/Duties/Functions/TasksReasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Assist in daily laboratory operationsAssist with scheduling, recruitment, and payrollAssist in staff relations including performance management, staff satisfaction and conflict managementSupport departmental goals, standards, and objectives which directly support the strategic plan and vision of Pathology LaboratoryProvide technical expertise and back up for all duties performed in the pathology laboratoryAssist in developing and implementing policies, procedures, and standardsAssist in developing, implementing, and monitoring laboratory safety, quality assessment, and improvement programsMaintain good relationships with physicians, colleagues, and vendors to ensure customer satisfaction and resolve operational issuesOther duties as assignedQualificationsEducation:AA in Science or equivalent ORHT or HTL (ASCP) OREducation and training are sufficient to support CLIA 88 requirements for the position held. This is to be reflective of the scope of practice in regular scheduled responsibilities and pay grade meeting all HCFA-CLIA 88 “testing personnel” criteria.Experience: Five (5) year experience in laboratory setting.Additional Qualifications: N/APerformance RequirementsMust be reliableExcellent communication skillsAbility to work independently with minimal supervisionAbility to pay close attention to detailStrong ability to compile dataAbility to follow instructions/proceduresStrong ability to communicate effectively with customers and co-workersStrong ability to perform work activities in a team environment with open communication.Ability to maintain attention to detail and concentrate for extended periods of time.Ability to function in a fast-paced environment while under substantial time pressures and still maintain quality patient careProficient technical (computer) skills with knowledge of regulatory and certification requirements of the laboratoryStrong multi-tasking ability in a fast-paced environmentSelf-motivated with initiative.Strong sense of ethics.Equipment OperatedThis role routinely involves standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Also, laboratory equipment is used daily.Work EnvironmentThis job operates in professional laboratory environments. Frequent exposure to toxic/caustic chemicals, moving/mechanical parts, sharp objects, blood or body fluids, communicable diseases, LED computer monitors, repetitive motions. Local travel in the region may be required to another location as needed.Physical RequirementsOccasionally required to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of time.Use of hands to finger, handle, feel objects, tools or controls.Reach with hands and armsOccasionally climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.Constantly talk, hear and smell.Occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift 10 pounds and occasionally lift 25 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.