Sobre este puesto de Laboratory Supervisor Core and Blood Bank | Laconia and Franklin | Full Time | Days en Concord Hospital
Summary
Under the direction of the Laboratory Director, the supervisor coordinates, supervises and provides leadership support to staff that report to them. They serve as a technical and administrative resource for their designated section of the laboratory.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Science other science degrees accepted in conjunction with a combination of experience and training (as defined by CLIA Interpretive Guidelines §493.1449).
Certification, Registration, and Licensure
Depending on the section supervised: Must possess appropriate experience, certification or registration to qualify as general testing personnel in accordance with CLIA Interpretive Guidelines §493. MLS (ASCP)/MLT (ASCP) or equivalent preferred.
Experience
Must qualify as a technical supervisor (as defined by CLIA Interpretive Guidelines §493.1449): At least 4 years clinical experience as defined in CLIA standards §493 under qualifications. The type of experience required under this regulation is clinical in nature. This means examination and test performance on human specimens for purposes of obtaining information for the diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of patients, or for providing information to others who will do the diagnosing and treating of the patient’s condition. The term “laboratory training or experience” means that the individual qualifying has the training in and the experience with the specialties and subspecialties in which the individual is performing technical supervision. For technical supervisor, the requirement for training or experience can be met through any combination of training and/or experience in high complexity testing. Must have enhanced knowledgebase in laboratory area of expertise. Demonstrates evidence of recognizing the value of working successfully amongst team dynamics. Must be knowledgeable of laboratory regulations and proficient in aspects of continuous quality improvement. Experience in understanding concepts of laboratory medicine and how this knowledge can best be applied, in direct collaboration with the patient care team. High level of experience with Laboratory Information Systems. Supervisory experience preferred.
Responsibilities
Oversees all operational, technical and staff activities for their designated section to include scheduling of staff and performance management.
They are responsible for the development and coordination of activities that promote the highest level of quality laboratory processing and analysis achievable. They assure that current standards of laboratory practice are consistently met.
They effectively consult and collaborate with other health care team members.
They are responsible for performing clinical laboratory procedures which require the exercise of independent judgment and responsibility in those categories in which he/she is qualified by education, training and experience.
Responsible for the performance of testing activities that promote the highest level of quality laboratory processing and analysis achievable. Has knowledge of CLIA regulations and maintain competency in the area which he/she is responsible.
Reviews policies and procedures within the section. Manages workload and processes.
Coordinates and monitors all equipment for compliance documentation, functional operational checks, and routine maintenance.
Responsible for candidate selection, orientation, training, competence, and development of new and existing staff.
Responsible for evaluating new testing procedures and making recommendations to the Laboratory Director and Medical Director.
Serves as a resource for the staff that report to them and provide technical supervision, and review results. Conducts regular staff meetings within section Participates in the Laboratory Quality improvement plan.
Works with clients and patients to meet customer needs and solicit feedback to improve service.
Monitors annual section financial goals.
Performs other duties as assigned.
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Physical and Work Requirements
The physical demands and characteristics of the work environment described here are representative of those that will be encountered by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The Dictionary of Occupational Titles Material Handling Classification is MEDIUM. The employee must regularly lift, carry or push/pull up to 10 pounds, frequently lift, carry or push/pull up to 10-25 pounds, and occasionally lift, carry or push/pull up to 20-50 pounds.
The employee is frequently required to bend, do fine motor, do repetitive motion, hear, kneel, reach, sit, speak, squat, and walk. The employee is occasionally required to climb, and stand.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision, depth perception, far vision, near vision, and peripheral vision.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to bloodborne pathogens, bodily fluids. The employee is occasionally exposed to airborne pathogens, electrical hazards - shock, toxic or caustic chemicals.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
