Supervisor, Medical Laboratory

Job description

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PETITIONER: UMC HEALTH SYSTEM
TITLE: Supervisor, Medical Laboratory (One Opening)
DUTIES:
Overseeing the work of assigned lab personnel. Perform complex test on
patient samples using sophisticated equipment; This duty requires advanced
knowledge of clinical laboratory instrumentation, testing methodologies,
and quality control practices. The employee must possess the technical
skills necessary to operate, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot complex
laboratory analyzers and equipment while accurately interpreting test
results and identifying analytical issues that may affect patient testing.
Support staff members with examining blood, bodily fluids, tissues, and
cells; This duty requires comprehensive knowledge of specimen collection,
processing, preservation, and testing procedures across multiple laboratory
disciplines. The employee must be able to provide technical guidance and
training to laboratory personnel, assist with the interpretation of complex
laboratory findings, and support the resolution of technical and procedural
issues encountered during testing. Establish and maintain quality assurance
programs to monitor and ensure the accuracy of test results; This duty
requires extensive knowledge of quality management systems, quality
assurance principles, proficiency testing, and regulatory compliance
standards, including CLIA, CAP, FDA, and other applicable accreditation
requirements. The employee must be capable of analyzing quality
indicators, conducting root cause analyses, implementing corrective and
preventive actions, and developing procedures that support accurate and
reliable patient testing. Ensure scheduling and adequate lab coverage during
call-outs, weekends, and holidays; This duty requires strong organizational,
leadership, and workforce management skills. The employee must be able
to assess staffing needs, coordinate work schedules, adjust staffing
assignments to meet operational demands, and effectively communicate
with personnel to maintain continuous laboratory coverage while ensuring
compliance with departmental policies and staffing requirements. May be
assigned to work in any area of the core laboratory including but not limited
to: Microbiology, Chemistry, Hematology, Transfusion, Toxicology, and
Molecular Diagnostics. Responsible for evaluations and implementation of
new laboratory instruments and tests. Manage requisitions and orders.
Ensure laboratory procedures for reporting and documenting results, and
the use of laboratory instrumentation is in compliant. All other assigned
duties related to the Medial Laboratory.
SPECIAL SKILLS:
Understands and can articulate correct procedures to accurately identify
patients, label specimens, and verify there is adequate sampling for the
testing ordered; Good knowledge of test menu and ability to manage
requisitions/orders; Demonstrate ability to perform basic functions in the
hospital information system; Clear communicator; Speak, read, and write
English fluently; Ability to accurately interpret laboratory test results,
recognize abnormal or critical values, and communicate findings
appropriately to healthcare providers; Knowledge of laboratory regulatory
and accreditation standards including CAP, AABB, DNV, and FDA
compliance requirements.
SALARY RANGE: $36.25 to $68.00 per hour.
WORK LOCATION: UMC HEALTH SYSTEM - 602 Indiana Avenue, Lubbock, TX 79415
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's Degree or academic equivalent in Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory, Medical Technology or related field. MT(ASCP), or MLS
(ASCP), or MLT(ASCP) or equivalent. 36 months of Leadership experience as Medical Laboratory Scientist or related occupation in a high complexity
testing environment.
ALTERNATIVE JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Associate's Degree or academic equivalent in Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory, Medical Technology or related field. MT(ASCP), or MLS (ASCP), or MLT(ASCP) or equivalent. 60 months experience required.
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Job Summary
Supervisor, Medical Laboratory will collaborate with laboratory staff and management to ensure all CLIA, DNV, and any other credentialing requirements are met. The supervisor will provide first level support to all laboratory staff, where assigned
Reports to: Assistant Director or Director, Medical Laboratory
Job Specific Responsibilities
Daily assignments may include but are not limited to:
• Overseeing the work of assigned lab personnel
• Perform complex test on patient samples using sophisticated equipment
• Support staff members with examining blood, bodily fluids, tissues, and cells
• Establish and maintain quality assurance programs to monitor and ensure the accuracy of test results
• Ensure scheduling and adequate lab coverage during call-outs, weekends, and holidays
• May be assigned to work in any area of the core laboratory including but not limited to: Microbiology, Chemistry, Hematology, Transfusion, Toxicology, and Molecular Diagnostics.
• Responsible for evaluations and implementation of new laboratory instruments and tests
• Manage requisitions and orders
• Ensure laboratory procedures for reporting and documenting results, and the use of laboratory instrumentation is in compliant
• All other assigned duties related to the Medial Laboratory

Education and Experience
• AA/AS in approved science + 5 years of leadership experience

AND (1) Certification: MT(ASCP) MLS (ASCP) MLT(ASCP) or equivalent
OR
Bachelor’s in approved science + 3 years of leadership experience in a high complexity testing environment
AND (1) Certification: MT(ASCP) MLS (ASCP) MLT(ASCP) or equivalent
Required Licensures/Certifications/Registrations
• MT(ASCP) MLS(ASCP) MLT(ASCP) AMT, NCA or equivalent

Skills and Abilities
• Understands and can articulate correct procedures to accurately identify patients, label specimens, and verify there is adequate sampling for the testing ordered
• Ability to effectively build genuine relationship with lab staff and physicians alike
• Possess the versatility to work with various levels of employees and lead people from all backgrounds
• Demonstrated sense of urgency with high level of quality and accuracy
• Speak, read, and write English fluently

Interaction with Other Departments and Other Relationships
This position has much interaction with nursing staff and other hospital departments
Physical Capabilities
The Laboratory Supervisor can expect to stand for long periods of time and walk frequently. This position also requires frequent stooping, sitting, reaching, bending and kneeling. The incumbent may also be required to carry items up to 50 pounds. Near visual and color acuity is required.
Environmental/Working Conditions
This position is subject to inside environmental changes that may include constant change in temperatures and minimal exposure to cleaning, staining, and testing chemicals
UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
*Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources. *