Core Lab Supervisor Laboratory - City Campus

Job description

ATLANTICARE _____________________________________________________ROLE DESCRIPTION POSITION SUMMARY The Laboratory Supervisor provides administrative and technical support within the laboratory. The Laboratory Supervisor performs testing procedures and provides clinical result interpretation; ensuring quality assurance standards are met. The Supervisor maintains operational continuity and monitors laboratory activities to meet clinical and productivity standards. The Supervisor trains laboratory staff and assists with administrative duties as required. This position is responsible for managing, coordinating and accountability for effectively using the operational reports of laboratory information systems and providing adequate staffing levels as needed in the laboratory staffing line rotation. The Laboratory Supervisor applies appropriate procedural techniques related to specimen procurement and handling, instrument operation, operator maintenance, application of universal precautions and inventory monitoring. This position also participates in the evaluation of new equipment and troubleshoots equipment problems as needed. This position will support the section Leader with workflow, meeting department productivity standards, and regulatory compliance and inventory management. The Laboratory Supervisor performs and documents quality control procedures and proficiency testing in accordance with established parameters and standards. This position works with the Laboratory Leadership to resolve quality control, patient or procedural problems, recommends enhancements to laboratory process and maintains resources in a fiscally responsible manner. This position supports organizational goals by providing quality customer service, participating in performance improvement efforts and demonstrating a commitment to team work and cooperation. QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in medical technology, chemical, physical or biological sciences required. Business or finance courses beneficial. LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: Medical Technologist/Histo-technoloigst /Cytotechnologist certification (ASCP) or registry eligible. EXPERIENCE: Minimum 1 year technical experience preferably within a lead or supervisory capacity. Proficiency in Clinical Applications preferred at time of hire; incumbents within position will be trained appropriately and then skill will be required for this position within 30-60 days from date of hire. This position requires 24 hours continued education yearly. Laboratory Manager Page 2 PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS Demonstrates the technical competencies as established on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool. Strict compliance with laboratory Fraud and Abuse policies and requirements in an employment condition. WORK ENVIRONMENT Potential for exposure to the hazards and risk of the hospital environment, including exposure to infectious disease, blood-borne pathogens, hazardous substances, and potential injury. This position may involve increased amounts of standing, bending, and manual manipulation, as well as some light lifting. Must have the ability to distinguish colors. The essential functions for this position are listed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool. Core competencies will be assessed primarily to the following patient population(s) served (with the exception of newborns): All diagnoses/conditions of patients admitted to the hospital. REPORTING RELATIONSHIP This position reports to Director of Laboratory Operations and supervises the Lead Laboratory Tech, , Laboratory Technical Consultant I and II, Lab Cytotechnologist, Lead Lab Cytotechnologist, Laboratory Testing Personnel and the Laboratory Assistant II, The above statement reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in medical technology, chemical, physical or biological sciences required. Business or finance courses beneficial.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: Medical Technologist/Histo-technoloigst /Cytotechnologist certification (ASCP) or registry eligible.
EXPERIENCE: Minimum 1 year technical experience preferably within a lead or supervisory capacity. Proficiency in Clinical Applications preferred at time of hire; incumbents within position will be trained appropriately and then skill will be required for this position within 30-60 days from date of hire. This position requires 24 hours continued education yearly.