Laboratory Supervisor - Histology

Overview

Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Clinics is home to the largest laboratory in NH, providing Pathology and Clinical Laboratory services to DHMC and Clinics physician practices, Dartmouth Health System member hospitals, as well as independent practices and hospitals throughout NH and VT.  The department leads in process improvement (LEAN/Six Sigma), which has led to a renovated space designed for efficient workflow.  With a slogan of ‘Investigate, innovate and validate,’ our lab is:

• A high-volume lab with cutting-edge technology and automation
• A culture that encourages collaboration and teamwork for future innovation
• A place to learn and grow

Our Laboratory has a unique and rare opening for a Histology Supervisor to join the team.  Working with 45+ Pathologists and overseeing 30+ employees, the Histology Supervisor is responsible for the overall direction, operations, and performance of the Histology section in the Department of Laboratories. They plan, organize, and manage the section's activities and personnel.  This laboratory section has state-of-the-art equipment and ample natural light.  The team processes 85,000+ surgical specimens, including whole slide imaging for digital pathology.  

This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week, day-shift position.

Responsibilities

Supervises all personnel and activities within the section through various means and practices, including, but not limited to, reviewing and maintaining the section's operations to ensure effective and efficient processing and reporting of workload, scheduling section workflow - adjusting staffing coverage to meet demands, evaluating the performance of section staff, seeking and providing avenues for them to upgrade their job skills, etc.

Documents, implements, and maintains standard laboratory procedures for the section. Ensures high-quality test results through hospital and section quality assurance activities. Ensures the safety and security of property and section personnel.

Responsible for the overall teaching program in the section, which includes MT students, residents, other shifts, aides, etc.

Oversees technological improvements, proper utilization and maintenance of equipment, and development of new test procedures in the specialized area.

Ensures that managerial policies, practices, and objectives of the department are achieved within the section.

Assists in preparing, implementing, and monitoring the annual budget for equipment, supplies, and personnel.

Prepares planning activities in the section. Participates in the Laboratory Department's planning process.

Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications

• 5 years of laboratory experience including 2 years in a supervisory or lead position.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Familiarity with regulatory agencies affecting laboratories required.
• CPT & ICD-9 coding experience and Medicare reimbursement knowledge desired.

Required Licensure/Certifications

• Certified Histotician (HT- ASCP) OR Certified Histotechnologist (HTL- ASCP)