Histology School Program Manager

at  UPMC

UPMC is a world-renowned healthcare provider and insurer, dedicated to improving the health and well-being of the communities we serve. As a part of our commitment to healthcare excellence, we are excited to announce a unique opportunity to help reshape the future of Histotechnology education at the UPMC School of Histotechnology.
The Histology School Program Manager will play a pivotal role in the development and management of the newly revamped UPMC School of Histotechnology. This is an exciting opportunity to design and implement a state-of-the-art program that prepares the next generation of Histotechnology professionals. You will lead the charge in creating a dynamic curriculum, developing educational resources, and ensuring that students gain the skills necessary to thrive in the field of histology.
The ideal candidate is an experienced leader with a strong background in histotechnology education and a passion for shaping the future of the healthcare workforce. This is a collaborative, high-impact role that combines program management, curriculum development, and teaching responsibilities.

• Develops and directs admission procedures for students and coordinates recruitment activities and public relations for the program.
• Formulate and communicate policies and procedures for the school.
• Plan and organize the program of instruction; develop curriculum in accordance with standards delineated by the National Society for Histotechnology; schedule lectures; obtain/recruit and schedule lecturers as necessary; examine, evaluate, select and purchase texts, audio-visual materials, slides and equipment; develop and implement student evaluation techniques; schedule clinical rotation of students.
• Review curricula for continuity, validity and comprehensiveness; reviews qualifications and skills of instructors.
• Directs other program staff and manages relationships of staff members with students required for clinical rotations.
• Integrate clinical training with departmental operations in such a manner that students receive suitable training and practice in clinical techniques while department’s operational efficiency is maintained or enhanced.
• Develop and secures approval of and administers a budget for each school which provides for the attainment of objectives in accordance with approved plans.
• Ensure all NAACLS standards are met and program maintains accreditation through onsite visits and self-study.
• Act as liaison with administration and program college/ university affiliates to provide information and obtain support for program objectives.
• Prepare annual report of student performance, program evaluation and budget for school Board of Directors.
• Conduct annual meeting of advisory committee, as is required by NAACLS, comprised of key stakeholders.
• Remain current with developments/advancements in the clinical technology field by pursuing a program of educational enhancement.
• Evaluate students’ performance, analyze strengths and weaknesses and recommend methods to improve competency, i.e., additional practice in screening preparation, special study techniques, etc.
• Receive and investigate complaints concerning student performance and/or behavior. Counsel students with academic, clinical and personal problems.
• Assist in student placement following graduation.
• Bachelor’s degree with a combination of 30 semester hours of biology and chemistry.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in medical or laboratory education that includes teaching courses, conducting and managing learning experiences, evaluating student achievement, curriculum development, policy and procedure development and evaluation of program effectiveness.
• Knowledge of NAACLS accreditation process preferred.