Clinical Lab Supervisor FT Days

Description

Clinical Lab Supervisor Full Time Days Position Summary

Clinical Laboratory Supervisor is a full-time day shift position which requires on call availability. This is under the general supervision of the Director; performs clinical laboratory testing pursuant to established and approved protocols requiring the exercise of independent judgment and responsibility, maintains equipment and records, performs quality assurance activities related to test performance within the laboratory setting. The Clinical Laboratory Supervisor will assist in training, inventory, accreditation, and the day-to-day operations of the laboratory.

Responsibilities

Supervises the daily operations of department, supervises staff, assists in selection of personnel for hire, performance management, and makes recommendations on discipline and termination. Advanced responsibilities include, but are not limited to, equipment validation and implementation; employee training and competency assessment; and regulatory compliance. Responsible for CAP, TCJ, AABB, or another accreditation. Demonstrates subject matter expertise in core laboratory, blood bank, microbiology, or other specialty department.

Education:

Required: Bachelor’s degree from an approved college or university and/or graduate of an accredited school of medical technology, or equivalent such as military training as defined by 42 CFR 493.1489 or have qualified at the Medical Technologist level by achieving a satisfactory grade on an HHS examination before 2/28/92 42 CFR 493.1491. The above meets the required criteria as defined by CLIA regulations for High Complexity testing (42 CFR 493.1489 and 42 CFR 493.1491). Meets CLIA requirements for General Supervisor.

Experience:

Required: 5 years as medical technologist or clinical laboratory scientist in an acute care facility
Preferred: 5 years laboratory supervisory experience

Certifications:

Required: Registered in accordance with an approved certifying agency (ASCP, NCA, AMT or equivalent). Licensure, as required by State law.