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Forefront Dermatology · 3 hours ago

Supervisor Pathology Laboratory

Manitowoc, WI

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

1+ years exp

Forefront Dermatology is seeking a Supervisor for their Pathology Lab who will provide hands-on leadership and participate in daily operations. This role involves overseeing lab workflows, ensuring quality and safety, and driving process improvements while managing technical staff and resolving issues.

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Responsibilities

Provide daily supervision, guidance, and communication to Histotechnicians and Lab Assistants to optimize lab production quality, productivity, turn around time, and teamwork in alignment with organizational goals

Troubleshoot and address / resolve or escalate specimen, lab process, equipment, or personnel issues

Ensure sufficient inventory of supplies is maintained to support uninterrupted lab operations

Ensure organization and cleanliness of production areas and materials

Leads regular team meetings, ensuring efficient use of time and clear outcomes

Develop and update staff schedules; manage PTO requests to maintain adequate coverage

Review and approve timesheets for biweekly payroll processing

Report regularly to manager / senior leaders on team performance, attendance, and staffing needs

Facilitate recruitment, onboarding, and training of new team members, ensuring compliance with CLIA requirements for documented competency-based training

Ensure team compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and CLIA regulations, escalating issues as appropriate

Lead 90-day and annual performance reviews to enhance employee performance, accelerate lab productivity, and foster continuous team development through targeted feedback and coaching

Collaborate with lab managers and senior leadership to identify and implement process improvements that enhance lab efficiency and performance

Participate in monthly and quarterly leadership meetings

Perform other related leadership duties as assigned

Accession and gross tissue specimens, including measuring, inking, cutting, and data entry

Process and embed tissues daily using standard lab procedures

Section tissues using a microtome and mount them on slides for staining

Perform routine H&E staining and special stains or immunohistochemistry as requested

Maintain and calibrate lab equipment; change reagents and monitor temperatures as required

Perform other related pathology lab duties as assigned

Qualification

Histology trainingASCP certificationLeadership experienceLaboratory experienceMicrosoft OfficeCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsTeamworkTime management

Required

Associate's Degree in a science related field is required

Successful completion of a histology training course required

Minimum of 1 year of related lab experience required

Demonstrated leadership experience: Serving as an example to others with regard to professional behavior, handling multiple tasks, maintaining a positive attitude, and in response to organizational change

Excellent leadership, organizational, computer, and communication skills

Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with staff, peers, and senior leaders

Ability to multi-task, prioritize appropriately, and work well both individually and as part of a team

Ability to use time productively and contribute to high levels of lab operational efficiency and effectiveness

Ability to learn and navigate electronic medical record and lab information systems

Basic Microsoft Office skills (e.g., WORD, Excel)

Ability to maintain confidentiality of company and patient protected health information