Supervisory Histopathology Technologist supervises a large staff of nonsupervisory personnel, including at least one GS-11 subordinate in the performance of complex anatomic pathology testing in multiple specialties, such as Mohs testing, cytology testing, immunohistochemistry, molecular testing, or electron microscopy.Performs the full range of supervisory duties for one or more sections of the anatomic pathology laboratory, including responsibility for assignment of work performed.
Duties include but are not limited to the following: Plans and schedules on-going work. Adjusts staffing levels or work procedures. Chooses methods for achieving work goals, objectives and management strategies. Responsible for monitoring test analyses and specimen examinations to ensure acceptable levels of performance; assures corrective action is initiated when test performance deviates from established performance specifications.
Approves and certifies Annual Leave (AL) and Sick Leave (SL) for the Pay Period. Assures corrective action is initiated when test performance deviates from established performance specifications. Assures orientation, training and competency assessment of staff has been performed and appropriated documented. Implements and monitors quality management activities.
Works in conjunction with the section Technical Specialist and Pathologist to analyze emerging trends and technology and adopts appropriate methods and testing. Applies laws, policies and precedents, regulatory, licensing, and accrediting requirements to establish, monitor, and maintain the specialized testing.
Ensures compliance with rules and regulations of assorted regulatory agencies such as College of American Pathologists (CAP), The Joint Commission (TJC), and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Performs the full range of supervisory duties, including but not limited to, recommendations for appointments; planning, scheduling and assigning work; setting priorities; evaluating the work of subordinates; performance evaluations; providing advice and counsel.
Serves as the Anatomic Pathology ADPAC assisting with developing and validating new and emerging software applications for anatomic pathology and Electronic Health Records (VistA and Cerner). The supervisor will maintain effective interdepartmental relations with other services to accomplish medical center goals. Performs other related duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 pm PST Telework: Not Available.Virtual: This is NOT a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 000000 Recruitment Incentive: May be authorized for a highly qualified candidate. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized.
Physical Demands: Light Lifting (under 15 pounds); Light Carrying (under 15 pounds); use of fingers; Both hands required for fine-manipulation and simple grasping; walking (up to 8 hours); standing (up to 8 hours); sitting (up to 8 hours); near vision correctable at 13" to 16"; both eyes required; depth perception; ability to distinguish shades of color.
You may substitute the specialized experience with education if you possess a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree that provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work. Such education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this. NOTE: Copies of transcripts must be submitted with your application materials. Education cannot be credited without documentation. Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S.
Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.
For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $93499 – $121551/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
Applications close on 2026-11-10.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
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