Laboratory Manager - Path-Histology

Introduction Do you have the career opportunities as a Laboratory Manager - Path-Histology you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Methodist Hospital which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare. Benefits Methodist Hospital offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation. Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more. Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service) Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance. Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships) Colleague recognition program Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence) Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income. Learn more about Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a Laboratory Manager - Path-Histology where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise! Job Summary and Qualifications The Manager of Histology oversees the daily operations of the histology laboratory, ensuring the timely and accurate preparation of tissue specimens while maintaining strict compliance with regulatory standards and quality control protocols. They lead a team of histotechnologists, managing workflow, personnel development, and the implementation of advanced laboratory techniques to support diagnostic excellence. Essential Job Functions: Major Responsibilities: • Manages day-to-day laboratory technical and non-technical resources and operations to meet organizational and regulatory requirements. • Develops and implements programs for staff hiring, orientation, competency and ongoing training. Provides ongoing performance feedback to staff through coaching, performance review and counseling to ensure staff performance expectations are met. • Is responsible for employee output and conduct. • Achieves department goals for service, quality, regulatory compliance, financial, patient satisfaction and personnel management. • Reviews and analyzes section activities and data to improve operations and utilization of services. • Ensures department proactively responds to feedback from customers and implements improvement mechanisms to enhance the ability of the department to meet customer needs. • Monitors department resource utilization, identifies and addresses variances to meet service and fiscal goals. • Engages with department medical director to develop and review department policies and metrics for quality, service and operations. • Assures compliance with standards set forth by accrediting agencies: CAP, JCAHO, CLIA, FDA and CMS. Develops and implements policies and procedures and verifies annual review of all policies and procedures. • Prepares an annual expense budget, adheres to budget, monitors expenditures and justifies variances. Anticipates and evaluates the need for new methods, resources, instrumentation or technology for the department and brings recommendations to leadership for consideration. • Oversees quality control/assurance programs related to test methodology, protocols, equipment and supplies. Actively participates in Continuous Quality Improvement. • Develops goals for the department and follows through on meeting goals within established timeframe. • Manages projects to include plan development, resource coordination, timeline establishment, meeting coordination, and status communication to leadership. • Ensures that staff receives information by developing and implementing a communication plan • Acts as a resource to customers, both within the department and outside the department. Interacts with others in a professional and pleasant manner. What qualifications you will need: Minimum Education and Experience: • Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Biomedical Science, Biology, or Chemistry Required • Master's degree Preferred • 3+ years of experience in Histology Supervisory level experience Required • 3+ years of experience in a hospital or central laboratory setting Preferred Licenses, Certifications, & Training: • National Certification as a Medical or Histology Technologist Required • State license where required (CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MT, NV, NY, RI, TN, WV) Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Behaviors: Thorough knowledge of laboratory methods, demonstrates knowledge of pathology processes with correlation of disease states and test results. Required • Thorough knowledge of laboratory accreditation and regulatory compliance requirements. Required • Thorough knowledge of pathology technical component billing guidelines. Required • Excellent communication skills. Effectively presents ideas and concepts to groups in a concise manner. Required • Effective team building and organizational skills. Required • Ability to supervise, teach, coach and motivate staff. Required • Ability to assimilate and analyze information and recommend actions to be taken. Required • Effective problem solving and decision-making skills. Knows when to seek guidance and escalate to leadership. Required • Ability to prioritize, develop and execute plans. Required • Ability to view work situations from a broad context understanding the interdependent nature of work processes. Assesses the impact of decisions on other components of the organization. Required • Is proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Word and Excel. Required Methodist Hospital opened in 1963 as the first hospital in the now internationally acclaimed South Texas Medical Center. With over 900 beds, Methodist Hospital offers a broad range of specialties including cardiology, oncology, bone marrow transplants, emergency medicine, neurosciences, maternity care, gynecology and orthopedics. We are proud to be the largest provider of the lifesaving ECMO Program in San Antonio, are home to the largest robotics program in the world, and our Adult Blood Cancer and Stem Cell Transplant unit has become the first program to receive FACT Accreditation in North America. As the flagship hospital, and most comprehensive medical care facility of Methodist Healthcare, we appreciate the support and recognition we receive from the community. We've recently been named the No.1 Best Regional Hospital by the U.S. News and World Report for 2019-20. We pride ourselves on providing the highest quality of care possible for our patients, which is proven by our consecutive Grade A Leapfrog Hospital Safety scores. In addition, Methodist Hospital not only received a Primary Stroke Center designation from The Joint Commission, but has also received a Comprehensive Stroke Center Certification from DNV GL Healthcare, designating the facility as offering the most advanced stroke treatment available in a given geographic area. For more information, please visit our website at and select Methodist Hospital under Locations. "Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Laboratory Manager - Path-Histology opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today! We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Created: 2026-03-20