Pathology Lab Supervisor

　　Dermatology & Surgery Associates

　　  Summary :                    

　　The Pathology Lab Supervisor is responsible for the clinical/technical operation of the laboratory. Directs and coordinates with staff personnel, all technical activities, and functions within the Laboratory area. The Pathology Supervisor is accountable and responsible for all administrative (in collaboration with Practice Manager) and technical functions in assigned area including report, preparation, representing assigned area at departmental meetings.

　　SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

　　Responsible for the clinical lab operations, support and back up Pathology Medical Director in the oversight of all aspects of efficient lab operations

　　Develops and implements policies and procedures as necessary to maintain a high level of functioning in assigned area

　　As directed by the Pathology Medical Director, evaluates, and implements new technical procedures for assigned laboratory to ensure accurate and efficient delivery of services

　　Clinical/Technical supervision for the pathology staff

　　Work with Storage facility vendors to store specimens as per guidelines and for future retrieval if necessary

　　Prepares and completes competence and performance appraisals of pathology staff (in collaboration with Pathology Lab director and Practice Manager) and maintains pathology related employee files and addresses or rectify any specific problems

　　Assists in hiring and training Pathology Lab staff

　　Supports, guides, and trains all lab staff as needed for new procedures and maintenance of quality controls as needed

　　Research, troubleshoots and resolves inquiries or problems within the laboratory

　　Responsible for maintaining and updating various laboratory documentations QC logs, SOP Manual, Instrument documentations, etc. as required

　　Coordinate hours and schedule of Pathology Lab staff along with the Practice Manager & Medical Director

　　PATHOLOGY LAB SPECIFIC DUTIES:

　　Accepts laboratory specimens from the accessioning section that will be utilized for processing in the histopathology department

　　Evaluates the acceptability criteria for each specimen and checks for correct labeling, specimen container and source

　　Understands the importance of and follows the procedures for appropriate specimen handling and disposal

　　Understands and follows all the laboratory safety procedures and use of personal protective wear

　　Performs tissue embedding following established procedures

　　Performs routine cutting of paraffin blocks on a rotary microtome

　　Maintains block files

　　Matches slides and reports to ensure correct information is reported

　　Stains, coverslips, and labels slides (automated and manual)

　　Performs special staining procedures (automated and manual)

　　Runs parallel checks on reagents used on instruments for routine lab work

　　Performs specimen QC to ensure specimen is appropriate and properly identified for each bench

　　Note and resolve all specimens not in compliance

　　Develops stain troubleshooting skills and develops assay troubleshooting skills

　　Records and determines causes for assay failure

　　Maintains adequate stock of working supplies, notifies assistant manager/manager of shortage

　　Assists with inventory procedures

　　Participates in required continuing education, in-house training seminars, etc.

　　A working knowledge of reagent stability and storage

　　Ensure all reagents display the received date, open date and expiration date. Open expiration dates are written on reagent containers, if applicable. When necessary, troubleshoots reagent failures.

　　Maintains quality results by running standards and controls, verifying equipment function through routine equipment maintenance and advanced trouble shooting; calibrating equipment utilizing approved testing procedures; monitoring quality control measures and protocols. Informs supervisor or manager of problems that might affect or delay result reporting.

　　Ability to understand and use the Laboratory Information System to retrieve pending logs

　　Regularly checks and records temperatures of incubators, refrigerators, room temperature and humidity. Informs supervisor if corrective action is needed.

　　Keeps testing area, instruments, and department clean

　　An awareness of the factors that influence test results and the knowledge to avoid it

　　Assists with other duties within the laboratory as requested by Pathology Lab Director and/or Practice Manager to meet immediate needs of laboratory

　　GENERAL OFFICE RESPONSIBLITIES:

　　Exercises all precautions described in the Laboratory Safety Manual

　　Supports the goals of Associates in Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery Millburn Laser Center and maintains a professional manner and demeanor

　　Complies with all Associates in Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery Millburn Laser Center policies and procedures

　　PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

　　Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.

　　Complete annual educational requirements (Continuing Education).

　　Maintains and ensures patient confidentiality at all times.

　　Maintains current knowledge of Laboratory policy as well as other regulatory agencies requirements.

　　Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time.

　　Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.

　　Attends departmental meetings and in-services as scheduled.

　　Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement.

　　Complies with organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.

　　EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

　　Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Chemistry or Physics from an accredited institution and 1-3 years’ experience. ASCP certification. State Licensure where applicable (CA, FL and NY require state licensing). Meets the requirements for Testing Personnel under CLIA regulations (42 CFR, part 493.).  Or met the CLIA requirements as allowed by CLIA section 493.1491 and 42CFR493.1489 (B) (2) (b) (4) or (B) (5) (1).

　　A working knowledge of computers, laboratory organization, all departmental operational policies and procedures, Quality Control, Quality Assurance and laboratory safety.

　　Strong interpersonal skills necessary for cooperative interpersonal working relationships with laboratory staff, management and peers.

　　Exceptional time management and organizational skills.

　　WORKING CONDITIONS:

　　Typical medical laboratory environment with some risk of exposure to blood-borne pathogens. Moderate noise (e.g., office with many phones ringing, photocopiers, moderate personnel “traffic”), significant communication due to group problem solving efforts.

　　OSHA Category 1: Involves regular exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues.

　　Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex (including pregnancy), childbirth or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.

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