Hybrid Lab Operations Supervisor - Anatomic Pathology chez Glens Falls Hospital

The Impact You Can Make 
Team Impact

Under the supervision of the Anatomic Pathology Manager and in collaboration with Laboratory Leadership, the section supervisor assumes responsibility for the technical and administrative functions of Anatomic Pathology including Histology, Cytology, Grossing and Pathology Support Services. Demonstrates individual judgment, efficient time management, organizational skills, purposeful delegation, and effective written and verbal communication. This position is responsible for overseeing the performance of routine, standardized biological and/or biochemical test procedures on tissue, urine, body fluids and other specimen sources that assists clinicians in the diagnosis and clinical management of patients. Exhibits strong theoretical and practical knowledge of instrumentation, diagnostic workflows and the principles of test procedures. Assumes responsibility for actively managing the section operational budget and contributing to the laboratory’s productivity and cost effectiveness.  Day to day functions include but are not limited to, employee orientation, implementation of new tests, writing procedures, and assisting with special projects. Participates in the laboratory quality assurance and compliance program. Upholds professional levels of customer service driven focus and fosters strong service-oriented relationships with internal and external clinical staff, patients, and vendors. Uphold and augments Glens Falls Hospital Core Values.  Actively communicates needs to Laboratory Management. 

The Glens Falls Hospital Impact
Mission

Our Mission is to improve the health of people in our region by providing access to exceptional, affordable, and patient-centered care every day and in every setting.

How You Will Fulfill Your Potential
Responsibilities

• Actively ensures compliance with accrediting agency regulatory standards and requirements across the service line. Is involved in the development and maintenance of controlled documentation.  Proactively recommends changes/modifications and assists with thorough implementation of policies, procedures, and processes to continually improve the service line. 
• Completes ongoing monitoring and evaluation of quality systems including the validation and performance of analytic systems, quality controls, patient testing, and proficiency testing. Monitors quality indicators, investigates complaints and non-conformances in conjunction with applicable leaders and the laboratory quality manager, develops a plan of action to resolve issues.
• Organizes and provides training, orientation, and rotation of proficiency testing to assist with maintaining and evaluating staff competency. Provides mentorship and educational opportunities for staff including constructive criticism in a positive and professional manner as needed. Is approachable and develops trust and openness with staff so that staff are comfortable sharing ideas, concerns, and problems.

Education/Accredited Programs

• Qualify as a Histotechnologist, Cytotechnologist or Pathologists’ Assistant as defined in that Job Description.
• Minimum of 4 years anatomic pathology experience, preferably in an acute care hospital setting with significant outreach volumes.

Licenses/Certifications/Registrations

• Licensure as a Histotechnologist, Cytotechnologist or Pathologists’ Assistant by the New York State Education Department is required
• American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) registration preferred.
• Specialist Certification in area of technical duties is preferred. 

Skills/Abilities

• Ability to operate various technical instrumentation.
• Ability to interpret laboratory information for healthcare providers. Effectively communicate implications and/or applications of test methodologies. Assist clinicians in evaluating unexpectedly abnormal test results.
• Ability to work with departmental computer/PC applications.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures and instrument printouts.  Ability to document brief reports regarding test results operational problems/follow up. Ability to present information and respond to questions from coworkers, patients, and physicians.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts of normal range and standard deviations.  Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, and ratios, as applied to technical procedures.
• Ability to solve problems regarding instrumentation, technical procedures, or testing results. Ability to interpret instructions from documentation such as standard operating procedures and vendor manuals that are in written and/or diagram form.
• Ability to professionally and respectfully communicate verbally and interact with physicians, nurses, coworkers, and vendors.
• Ability to use effective communication, planning, mentoring, problem-solving, emotional intelligence, creativity and can execute critical conversations to successfully manage staff on an individual and team basis.

Communities We Serve

Located in the foothills of the beautiful Adirondack mountains, Glens Falls is conveniently located a short drive away from the capital region and Lake George. Work at the top of your profession and jumpstart your next career here at Glens Falls Hospital! 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law.

Salary Range
The expected base rate for this Glens Falls, New York, United States-based position is $36.44 to $56.25 per hour. Exact rate is determined on a case-by-case basis commensurate with experience level, as well as education and certifications pertaining to each position which may be above the listed job requirements.


 

Benefits
Glens Falls Hospital is committed to providing our people with valuable and competitive benefits offerings, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. A summary of these offerings, which are available to active, full-time and part-time employees who work at least 30 hours per week, can be found here.

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