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Position Summary

The IHC Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the IHC laboratory ensuring the efficient, productive, and accurate execution of all operations. Be the direct line supervision of all Histology technicians and technologists, managing employee schedules and training, as well as, resolving any professional conflicts that may arise. Also, troubleshoots any problems with testing, equipment, and workflow, manages specimen turn-around times, and communicates directly with management regarding testing exceptions, varied timelines, etc.

This position is responsible for managing all regulatory activities, enforcing consistent adherence to required regulatory guidelines to ensure the highest quality and consistency of services.

Job Responsibilities

+ Supervises all Histology technician and technologists and oversees all histology activities, Immunohistochemistry (IHC) testing and chromogenic in-situ hybridization (CISH) testing.

+ Performs routine histology tasks such as microtomy and embedding, as well as Immunohistochemistry (IHC) testing and chromogenic in-situ hybridization (CISH) testing if needed to support workflow.

+ Manages all regulatory aspects of analytical testing, including the development of SOPs, training of staff, and implementation of lab procedures to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations.

+ Performs mid-year and end of year personnel performance evaluation reviews and coaching.

+ Monitor test analysis and specimen examination to ensure acceptable levels of analytic performance are maintained.

+ Follows the laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing, test performance and analysis.

+ Performs and documents internal and external proficiency testing (PT).

+ Adheres to the laboratory’s quality control policies, documents all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed.

+ Follows the laboratory’s established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory’s established acceptable level of performance.

+ Documents all corrective action taken when a test system deviates from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.

+ Assists with the tracking, accumulation, and computation of performance metrics.

+ Demonstrates the ability to accurately prioritize and triage specimens, handles and disposes of specimens and chemical waste based on the laboratory’s procedural manual, and ensures compliance with regulatory agencies.

+ Ensures lab has adequate inventories of reagents and supplies.

+ Resolves employee relations issues and recommends disciplinary action when required.

+ Works with Human resources to manage employee adherence to performance and attendance policies. Delivers difficult conversations and disciplinary actions when needed.

+ Acts as first point of contact on technical, procedural, and policy questions. Keeps team informed of new processes and general updates.

+ Provides oversight for routine histology functions inclusive of grossing, processing, embedding, microtomy and staining.

+ Assists as needed to perform other related duties and special projects to support other departments as required.

+ Accepts other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

+ 2+ years of experience in and IHC/Histology laboratory.

+ Demonstrates strong technical, leadership, and decision-making skills.

+ HT/HLT (ASCP) certification required.

+ Must meet one of the following qualifications:

+ Master’s or bachelor’s degree in a chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution

AND

+ Have at least 1 year of laboratory training or experience, or both, in high complexity testing

OR

+ Associate degree in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution

•AND

+ Have at least 2 years of laboratory training or experience, or both, in high complexity testing

OR

+ Equivalent education and training

+ Have laboratory training that includes:

+ Completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by the ABHES or the CAAHEP;

OR

+ At least 3 months documented laboratory training in each specialty in which the individual performs high complexity testing

AND

+ Have at least 2 years of laboratory training or experience, or both, in high complexity testing

AND

+ At least 60 semester hours, or equivalent, from an accredited institution that, at a minimum, includes either:

+ 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses;

OR

+ 24 semester hours of science courses that include:

+ 6 semester hours of chemistry;

+ 6 semester hours of biology;

AND

+ 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination

Preferred Qualifications

+ Experience in a leadership role preferred.

+ QIHC is strongly advised.

Physical Demands

+ Will work at a computer some of the time as well as need to keep inventory and ordering records requiring the use of copiers, fax machines, and PDF scanners.

+ Visual acuity and analytical skill to distinguish fine detail and ability to pass a visual color discrimination test.

+ Manual dexterity to use common laboratory equipment and perform sterile techniques as required.

+ Must possess ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.

+ Must possess ability to perform repetitive motion.

+ Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

+ May have exposure to high noise levels in the data center, fumes and bio-hazardous material in the lab environment. Exposure to formaldehyde, xylene, DAB, and alcohol which emit fumes. The formaldehyde, xylene, and DAB are carcinogenic.

+ May be required to handle blood-borne pathogens and general laboratory reagents.

+ Must possess ability to use a microscope for extended periods of time.

+ May have exposure to extreme temperatures, high noise levels, fumes, and biohazardous material/chemicals including formalin in the lab environment.

Training

+ All job specific, safety, and compliance training are assigned based on the job functions associated with this employee.

Other

+ All job specific, safety, and compliance training are assigned based on the job functions associated with this position.

+ This position requires periodic travel and some evenings, weekends and/or holidays.

**Conditions of Employment:** Individual must successfully complete pre-employment process, which includes criminal background check, drug screening, credit check ( applicable for certain positions) and reference verification.

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Caris Life Sciences is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Caris Life Sciences is a leading innovator in molecular science and artificial intelligence focused on fulfilling the promise of precision medicine through quality and innovation.

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