Histology Supervisor

Job Title: Supervisor

Location: Barnabas Health Corp

Department: Lab RWJNB

Req#: 0000142447

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $85,000.00 - $124,000.00 Annual

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Title: Histology Supervisor
Location: New Brunswick, NJ
Req#: 0000142447
Status: Full Time
Shift: Day
Department name: Lab RWJNB

Job Overview: This position is intended for individuals with prior experience working as a histotechnologist and possesses ASCP certification in Histotechnology. The individual in this position will be capable of performing all routine histopathology functions, handle escalated issues and troubleshoot quality issues. The individual is responsible for providing supervisory oversight for the day-to-day operations of the laboratory.

Qualifications:

Required:

• AS degree in Biological/Physical sciences or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• HT (ASCP)
• 3 years Histology experience.
• Meet all of the qualifications listed in the Policy for Minimum Qualification for Histotechnician and Histology Supervisor.

Preferred:

• BS degree in biological/physical sciences
• HTL (ASCP)
• Graduate of a NAACLS accredited Histotechnology program
• 4 years of histopathology experience, with 1-2 years in a leadership role
• Immunohistochemistry experience

Scheduling Requirements:

• Full Time
• Day Shift

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Histology laboratory and supervision of the technical and support staff. In conjunction with the operations manager/director, ensures that all departmental policies and procedures meet the standards of current state and federal regulations
• Coordinate and supervise the histotechs, laboratory assistants, grossing personnel, and other support staff.
• Schedule and maintain adequate coverage and effective utilization of personnel.
• Monitor and control expenses in line with department budget.
• Maintain appropriate levels of supplies and reagents commensurate with workload.
• Provide technical instructions and training of personnel in techniques, instrumentation, and organization of work.
• Maintain a current procedure manual, reviewing and revising as needed.
• Interview and select potential employees in conjunction with the Manager.
• Write and conduct employee performance evaluations.
• Ensure that all employees follow all company and department policies; initiate performance improvement with employees, as needed.
• Participate in company meetings and conduct departmental meetings, when applicable.
• Maintain equipment and instruments in good operating condition, recognize any malfunctions and troubleshoot.
• Communicates with the Histopathology Technical Supervisor and Senior Medical Director/Laboratory Director as appropriate.
• Maintain attendance records; approve overtime and vacation time.
• Ensure proper time record editing.
• Ensure the technical quality, so that the Pathologists can adequately evaluate prepared slides.
• Ensure that all outstanding cases are reconciled.
• Maintain appropriate quality assurance documentation.
• Ensure that all employees comply with all safety regulations, including personal protective equipment.
• Complete successfully all personnel departmental training and competency assessments.
• Perform special projects, as assigned by the operations manager/director.
• Provide backup for bench Histotechnicians/Histotechnologists in sectioning and staining.
• Ensure all corporate safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met.
• Other duties, as assigned by manager.

Benefits and Perks

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer