Supervisor - Histology; Anatomic Pathology Laboratory

About Us

CarePoint Health is one of New Jersey’s leading health care systems comprised of three long-standing and highly-regarded hospitals – Christ Hospital in Jersey City, Hoboken University Medical Center and Bayonne Medical Center. CarePoint united three area hospitals to provide 360-degree-coordinated care by integrating the medical facilities and physician networks associated with these institutions. With over 3,500 employees, CarePoint is the largest private employer in Hudson County, New Jersey and each year provides care to over 300,000 individuals.

CarePoint prides itself on its patient-focused approach to care delivery, with an emphasis on preventative medicine, health education, and disease management. Leveraging its vast network of physicians and healthcare experts, CarePoint is quickly becoming recognized as a leader in the broader healthcare landscape as it pioneers creative solutions to address urgent population health needs.

The Histology Supervisor will lead and oversee a high-volume histology and anatomic pathology laboratory that serves multiple hospitals and outreach surgical centers. This role is responsible for ensuring efficient daily operations of tissue processing and slide preparation across all sites, maintaining the highest standards of quality and patient safety. The supervisor will coordinate workflow,
optimize processes for rapid turnaround times, and enforce strict quality control for all histological techniques. Compliance with all regulatory standards is a key focus, as this position must ensure the lab consistently meets CAP
, Joint Commission
, CLIA
, and FDA requirements. This is a leadership role that requires an experienced histology professional capable of managing a team across multiple locations, troubleshooting complex technical issues, and collaborating with pathologists and healthcare teams to deliver exceptional service.

The ideal candidate is a driven, detail-oriented leader with exceptional technical expertise and a passion for quality in patient care. This role demands a combination of hands‑on histology skill and strategic management ability to ensure the laboratory consistently delivers timely, accurate results in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment. Effective communication, teamwork, and a commitment to regulatory compliance and continuous improvement are essential for success in this position.

Schedule and Work Environment

This is a full‑time, day‑shift position (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM), typically Monday through Friday. The Histology Supervisor will primarily work during daytime hours, but must be adaptable to adjust hours when required to meet critical laboratory needs or support off‑hour staff. The work is performed in a laboratory setting handling biological specimens and operating histology equipment. The candidate must be capable of standing or sitting for extended periods and adhering to all laboratory safety protocols.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee Daily Operations: Manage high-volume histology operations across multiple sites, ensuring an efficient workflow and timely processing of all tissue specimens from grossing to slide distribution.
• Staff Supervision & Training: Supervise, schedule, and train histology staff in proper tissue embedding, microtomy (sectioning), routine H&E staining
  , and specialized histological techniques. Conduct regular competency assessments and encourage professional development.
• Quality Assurance: Implement and maintain a rigorous quality assurance program, including routine review of slide quality, monitoring stain consistency, and troubleshooting any staining or processing discrepancies. Ensure that all results meet the laboratory’s quality standards and pathology requirements.
• Instrument Management: Oversee the introduction and validation of new histology instruments and technologies. Perform and document instrument verification and calibration. Ensure all equipment (e.g., processors, stainers, IHC autostainers) is properly maintained and any issues are resolved promptly to minimize downtime.
• Regulatory Compliance: Maintain continuous compliance with CAP
  , Joint Commission
  , CLIA
  , and FDA regulations.…