JOB TITLE: Laboratory Manager

EXEMPTION STATUS: Exempt

LOCATION: Beltsville, MD

REPORTS TO: VP of Operations

POSITION SUMMARY

Working under the direction of the Vice President of Operations, you will ensure the efficient operations of our Histology laboratory by coordinating a wide variety of administrative, personnel, technical and quality assurance activities.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Management and Strategic Planning

Responsible for oversight of the pathology lab while under the direction of the VP of Operations.

· Provide direction and supervision to Histotechnologists and Laboratory Technicians/Assistants.

· Responsible for the development and implementation of departmental policies, procedures and process validations.

· Assists the VP of Operations in meeting department regulatory agency requirements (CLIA, etc.)

Laboratory

Accession, gross, embed, microtomy, perform H&E and Cytology PAP staining, special stains and IHCs, cover slip all surgical/cytology specimen slides for microscopic analysis.

· Maintain and troubleshoot equipment and automated instrumentation within the laboratory.

· Modify and validate procedures and methodologies for immunohistochemistry, special staining and other related tests.

· Performs quality control procedures per protocol and completes necessary documentation.

· Perform other laboratory and office duties as assigned by the VP of Operations.

DIRECT REPORTS:

Histotechnologists and Laboratory Assistants

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

· A minimum of five years prior experience in a Histology technical position; and three to five years serving in a supervisory role

· Bachelor of Science or related degree preferred. Associate of Applied Science degree required, HT or HTL (ASCP) certification required.

· Experience and certification in Immunohistochemistry and special staining required.

KNOWLEDGE/COMPETENCIES & SKILLS:

· Excellent embedding, sectioning and histology techniques with human tissues.

· Ability to multi-task, self-motivation, reliability, and accountability in meeting timelines.

· Excellent computer software and data analysis skills.

· Strong oral and written communication skills.

· Strong customer service/relations skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Regularly required to sit 4-7 hours/day and stand 1-3hours/day.

Intermittently required to stoop, bend, speak and listen.

· Sharp focus to adjust vision when doing close work that changes in distance from eyes.

· Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers.

· Frequently lift and or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

Theranostix, Inc.

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