Histology Supervisor

WVU Medicine

. Supervise laboratory services, personnel, and day-to-day workflow in assigned areas .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in laboratory supervision, personnel management, and quality assurance while ensuring compliance with safety and administrative policies. Proficient in coordinating laboratory workflows and providing exceptional customer service across diverse patient populations.

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Bachelor's Degree In Medical TechnologyCurrent Licensure As High Complexity Testing PersonnelFour Years' Experience As A Medical TechnologistKnowledge Of Medical Technology And Management PrinciplesExcellent Written And Oral Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Laboratory SupervisionSpecimen ProcessingQuality ControlStandard Operating Procedures DevelopmentPatient Specimen PreparationTechnical Issue ConsultationWorkload OrganizationPerformance AppraisalsPhlebotomy ActivitiesCustomer Service Monitoring

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsTeam CollaborationTraining And Mentoring

Tools & Technologies

Laboratory Information System (LIS)Laboratory Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensure As High Complexity Testing PersonnelCytotechnologist LicensureHistotechnologist Licensure

Industry Keywords

Medical Laboratory ScienceClinical Laboratory TechnologyQuality AssuranceSafety PoliciesCollective Bargaining Policies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supervise laboratory services, personnel, and day-to-day workflow in assigned areas
Assist managers with supervision, personnel coverage, staffing, orientation, performance appraisals, disciplinary actions, and terminations
Coordinate reference laboratory specimens and ensure results are received within specified time frames
Coordinate computer downtime activities with LIS personnel and technical staff
Operate and supervise laboratory equipment and prepare patient specimens according to procedures
Provide input for developing and revising standard operating procedures and department policies
Apply hospital, laboratory, administrative, safety, and collective bargaining policies
Respond to customer inquiries and monitor customer service, specimen processing, and phlebotomy activities
Consult medical, administrative, and laboratory management regarding technical issues, training, quality assurance, and quality control
Organize workload, staffing, materials, and resources to support patient care and efficiency
Participate in staff meetings, in-services, and communication of information to laboratory and clinical personnel
Review quality control records and test results for analytical errors, shifts, and trends
Ensure daily workload completion within established turnaround times
Communicate with laboratory personnel, hospital departments, patients, and the public to resolve problems
May instruct, supervise, and evaluate medical residents and students

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology, Cytotechnology, Histotechnology (Medical Laboratory Science) or related field OR Associate’s Degree in Medical (Clinical) Laboratory Technology or related field
Current licensure as required by the state in which services will be provided; in West Virginia, licensure as High Complexity Testing Personnel (HCTP), Cytotechnologist, or Histotechnologist
Four (4) years’ experience as a Medical Technologist, Medical Laboratory Technician, Histotechnologist, or Cytotechnologist
Ability to sit for extended periods of time
Must be able to lift or pull up to 25 pounds
Competency serving Neonates, Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults, and Geriatrics
Knowledge of medical technology and management principles
Excellent written and oral communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employment and compliance with applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws