Histology Supervisor

Schweiger is one of the leading dermatology practices in the country with over 580+ healthcare providers and over 170+ offices in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Missouri, Minnesota, and California. Schweiger provides medical, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology and allergy services with over 2.5 million patient visits annually.

Our mission is to create the Ultimate Patient Experience and a great working environment for our providers, support staff and all team members.

Schweiger has been included in the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies in America list for seven consecutive years. Schweiger has also received Great Place to Work certification. To learn more, click here.  

Schweiger's Ultimate Employee Experience:  

• Positive work environment with the tools you need to do your job and grow
• Full time employees (30+ hours per week) are eligible for:
  • Medical (Virtual Care included), HSA/FSA, Dental, Vision on 1st of the month after hire date 
  • 401K after 30 days of employment
  • Company Sponsored Short Term Disability (Only applicable for non-California employee)
  • Pre-tax savings available for public transit commuters
  • Your birthday is an additional personal holiday   
• Part-time employees (less than 30 hours) are eligible for:
  • Dental and Vision on 1st of the month after date of hire
  • 401K after 30 days of employment
• Employee discounts on Schweiger skin care products & cosmetic services 

Job Summary: Full time Lab Supervisor at our CA - Pathology Office. The Histology Supervisor is responsible for the daily oversight of laboratory operations, staff development, workflow, and quality standards. This role works closely with the Laboratory Manager to ensure departmental expectations are met, operational issues are addressed proactively, and assigned responsibilities are carried through to completion.

Schedule:Full time. Availability Monday through Friday within operating hours of 5:00am - 1:30pm. Open Flexibility to help cover in a team environment is needed.

Lab Supervisor

Daily Laboratory Operations

• Supervise daily histology operations to ensure accurate, efficient, and timely processing of specimens.
• Coordinate daily workflow, establish priorities, distribute assignments, and monitor turnaround times (TAT).
• Balance workloads among Histotechnicians, Grossing Technicians, and Laboratory Aides based on staffing, skill level, and operational needs.
• Identify and resolve workflow challenges, staffing concerns, and technical issues, escalating matters to the Laboratory Manager as appropriate.
• Assist with daily laboratory functions, including accessioning, grossing (when qualified), embedding, microtomy, staining, IHC, special stains, and specimen send-outs as needed.
• Coordinate shift transitions and ensure effective communication between laboratory personnel.

Quality Assurance and Compliance

• Ensure laboratory staff consistently follow established SOPs, quality standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Oversee completion and accuracy of daily QC, equipment maintenance, reagent records, and required laboratory documentation.
• Identify, document, and follow up on nonconforming events (NCEs) and quality concerns, working with the Laboratory Manager on corrective actions.
• Assist with laboratory validations, verifications, SOP updates, and implementation of new procedures.
• Maintain daily inspection readiness by ensuring laboratory records, practices, and work areas meet established expectations.

Communication and Management Support

• Serve as a primary point of contact for daily laboratory operations and staff questions.
• Work closely with the Laboratory Manager to address staffing needs, workflow challenges, and departmental priorities.
• Communicate regularly with the Laboratory Manager regarding productivity, quality concerns, staff development, and outstanding issues.
• Coordinate with pathologists, physician offices, couriers, reference laboratories, and other departments to resolve operational concerns.
• Take initiative in identifying opportunities for improvement and ensuring assigned tasks and corrective actions are completed.
• Support laboratory projects, process improvements, and other departmental initiatives.
• Provide operational support outside regular working hours when required by established coverage expectations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by laboratory leadership.

Staff Supervision and Training

• Provide daily supervision, guidance, and support to laboratory personnel.
• Take ownership of employee training, onboarding, and cross-training to ensure staff are proficient in their assigned responsibilities.
• Develop and maintain a cross-training schedule to ensure adequate coverage across laboratory functions.
• Maintain training records and coordinate required competency assessments to ensure they are completed on time.
• Monitor staff productivity, attendance, performance, and adherence to laboratory policies and procedures.
• Provide coaching, address day-to-day performance concerns, and communicate issues requiring further action to the Laboratory Manager.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive working environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an Associate’s degree in a science-related field required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a histology laboratory required.
• ASCP certification (HT or HTL) preferred.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of histology techniques, including grossing, tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, H&E staining, IHC, and special stains.
• Experience operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting laboratory equipment.
• Working knowledge of CLIA, CAP, OSHA, and applicable laboratory regulations.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality, patient safety, and laboratory service standards.

Travel

From time to time, operational business needs (e.g. training sessions, emergency coverage issues, etc.) may require employee travel to alternate locations within a reasonable distance based upon GM or RM discretion.

Work Environment

• This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of an employee.
• This job operates in a professional work environment.
• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, telephones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
• While performing the duties of this job, employee is regularly required to talk; hear; see; stand; walk; use hands to finger; handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• NYS pathology lab and Mohs clinic providers and staff positions are mandated W-2 employment status positions as required by applicable laws and regulations.

Hourly Pay Range: $43.34 - $64.90

Schweiger, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its hiring process with applicants, whether internal or external, because of race, creed, color, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status, application for military service or any other class per local, state or federal law.    

Schweiger does not require vaccination for COVID-19 in order to be considered for employment; however, some state guidelines may require that we keep record of your vaccination status on file.