LABORATORY SUPERVISOR
Job Summary
Responsible for the clinical laboratory work of a specific laboratory section, area, or discipline. Performs complex clinical laboratory tests and procedures.
Job Responsibilities
- Provides teaching and education to students and team members.
- Develops lab policies, processes, procedures, and control changes; validates according to regulatory agencies.
- Develops processes to handle changes.
- Oversees ordering and inventory control; receives, inspects, and tests incoming supplies and materials.
- Develops and maintains computer functionality; ensures staff's ability to use computer systems within the context of actual work processed.
- Develops and maintains competency assessments.
- Performs supplier qualification process.
- Develops process for management of equipment, including quality control, calibration, repairs, and preventive maintenance schedules.
- Performs equipment / reagent qualification process.
- Tests new and revised computer software for acceptability.
- Oversees / develops processes for installation.
- Develops processes for quality monitoring, internal audits, proficiency testing, handling deviations, non-conformance, and complications.
- Oversees records for laboratory testing, quality control, and results.
- Collaborates with other lab personnel to ensure correct billing, coding, and crediting.
Qualifications
Associate's degree or higher in science related field required upon hireA combination of education, training and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.A minimum of 2 years' relevant experience requiredMT - Certified as a Medical Technologist through American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) required upon hire ORMT - Certified as a Medical Technologist through American Medical Technologists (AMT) required upon hire ORMLS - Certified as a Medical Laboratory Scientist through American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) required upon hire ORMLT - Certified Medical Laboratory Technician through American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) required upon hire ORMLT - Certified Medical Laboratory Technician through American Medical Technologists (AMT) required upon hire ORCT - Certified as a Cytotechnologist required upon hireSkills and Attributes
Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.Works under minimal supervision.Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.Ability to meet requirements for "High Complexity Testing Personnel" per the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA).Physical Demands
Standing : FrequentlyWalking : FrequentlySitting : OccasionallyLifting 0-25 lbs : FrequentlyLifting 25-75 lbs : RarelyLifting over 75 lbs : RarelyCarrying 0-25 lbs : FrequentlyCarrying 25-75 lbs : RarelyCarrying over 75 lbs : RarelyPushing / Pulling 0-25 lbs : FrequentlyPushing / Pulling 25-75 lbs : FrequentlyPushing / Pulling over 75 lbs : FrequentlyClimbing : OccasionallyBending / Stooping : FrequentlyKneeling : OccasionallyCrouching / Crawling : OccasionallyReaching : FrequentlyTalking : FrequentlyHearing : FrequentlyRepetitive Foot / Leg Movements : RarelyRepetitive Hand / Arm Movements : FrequentlyKeyboard Data Entry : FrequentlyRunning : OccasionallyVision : Depth Perception : FrequentlyVision : Distinguish Color : FrequentlyVision : Seeing Far : FrequentlyVision : Seeing Near : FrequentlyOwensboro Health Core Commitments
INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.
RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.
TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.
INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.
SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.
EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.
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