Supervisor of Cytology Lab - Anatomical Pathology

Company: Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport
Location: Shreveport
Posted on: May 2, 2025

Job Description:

This job assumes responsibility for operation, technical and personnel management related duties for assigned laboratory section(s) and for solving day to day lab operational problems and notifying the Laboratory Manager, Director or Physician Supervisor of problems as appropriate. Maintains a patient/client focused department that complies with the standards of accrediting/regulatory agencies; oversees training and competency testing of all personnel in the department and maintains documentation; performs technical work as necessary; and promotes and ensures compliance with Ochsner Health System's Laboratory policies, procedures and practices. Maintains confidentiality of patient and personnel related information at all times and exhibits a high degree of processional excellence characterized by sound independent judgment, reliability, initiative, flexibility and a high standard of ethics.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

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This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at Ochsner's discretion.

*Education*
Required - Bachelor's degree

*Work Experience*
*Required - 3 years experience in appropriate lab under a qualified Medical Director, to include experience working in controlled environment, following safety measures to minimize exposure to chemicals, body fluids, blood borne pathogens, etc.*
Preferred - Experience utilizing advanced analytical skills necessary in order to analyze complex data and trouble shoot equipment

*Certifications*
*Required - *
* *Cytotechnologist ASCP Registry*
* *Current Louisiana license or temporary license as a Cytotechnologist*
* *Meets CLIA and CAP requirements for testing personnel relative to scope of duties*
* *Any incumbent certified by ASCP on or after January 1, 2004 must successfully complete the requirements of the ASCP's Certification Maintenance Program*

*Job Duties*
* Coordinates daily operations.
* Supervises, trains and develops department staff.
* Oversee Performance Improvement (PI) & Quality Control (QC) Programs.
* Ensures fiscal responsibility.
* Participates in Pathology & Laboratory Medicine (PALM) and departmental projects.
* Other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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