Clinical Supervisor - MMTP Avenue A - Full Time/Days

Mount Sinai Health System•New York, NY

18d

About The Position

The Clinical Supervisor is responsible for oversight of day-to-day laboratory operations and supervision of subordinate personnel. The role includes data collection, special projects, preparing and presenting project reports, budget variance analyses, reviewing test results, resolving operational issues and complaints, and processing administrative and financial transactions. The supervisor ensures quality service across all shifts and continued laboratory accreditation by applicable accrediting and licensing agencies. The position supervises laboratory employees, maintains quality control and specimen integrity, ensures compliance with applicable standards and regulations, and supports staffing, personnel development, and laboratory resources. The supervisor may perform subordinate duties when needed due to equipment failure or staffing shortages.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in sciences or a related field.
Three years of experience in a laboratory setting.
NYS Clinical Laboratory Technologist license, issued by the DOH / Office of Professions.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
Supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise laboratory employees and daily operations to ensure adherence to quality standards, deadlines, and procedures.
Evaluate and update laboratory procedures and methodologies.
Provide quality control measures for test procedures; review and document results; implement corrective actions when tolerance limits are exceeded.
Ensure specimen integrity from receipt and accessioning through filing or archival, and ensure compliance with accrediting and government agency standards and regulations.
Resolve day-to-day operational problems related to systems, personnel, and equipment performance.
Prepare work schedules, assign and prioritize work, and ensure adequate staffing coverage; prioritize work during equipment failures or staffing shortages and perform subordinate duties when needed.
Guide employees in handling difficult or complex problems and resolving escalated complaints or disputes.
Recruit, interview, and select employees; recommend hiring, firing, disciplinary actions, and promotions; evaluate personnel competency and performance.
Teach laboratory techniques to new employees, trainees, medical students, residents, and fellows.
Advise and orient staff on policies, procedures, and quality control measures.
Apprise management of problems beyond the supervisor’s knowledge or expertise.
Organize and direct in-service meetings and continuing education seminars.
Review and submit departmental payroll.
Ensure laboratory personnel maintain required licenses and certifications and submit confirmation of licensure for departmental files.
Maintain adequate inventory of laboratory supplies and reagents.
Recommend capital equipment acquisition and renovation or construction to make effective use of space.
Perform other related duties.