Core Lab Supervisor, UofL Hospital, 8a-5p

UofL Health•Louisville, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center. With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day. Job Description: The Laboratory Supervisor position will provide technical leadership for the department supervised. The position will be responsible for test development, Quality Control, Quality Assurance, workflow coordination, department training and orientation, supervision of the technical and non-technical employees, and interaction with vendors. The Laboratory Supervisor shall maintain laboratory standards with accrediting bodies including, but not limited to AABB, CAP, CDC, CLIA, FACHT, FDA, JCAHO, and HCFA. Technical competence and good judgment are required as errors could result in serious consequences to patients.

Requirements

MT(ASCP), MT(AMT), MT(HEW), qualified as a technologist under CLIA rules, or equivalent. (required)
Appropriate Bachelor’s degree required to meet CLIA rules
Four (4) years of hospital laboratory experience in department supervising (required)
MT(ASCP), MT(AMT), MT(HEW) (required)
Individuals that are newly certified beginning January 2004 must participate in the BOR Certification Maintenance Program
Strong Customer service skills
Superior Organization skills
Excellent communication skills
Extreme attention to detail
Able to prioritize work duties
Skilled at remaining calm during periods of stress
Knowledge of College of American Pathology (ASCP), American Association of Blood Banks (AABB), and/or Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulatory requirements
Must be able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats
Must be able to present in front of small and large groups
Able to critically think through complex situations and process improvements
Able to assist others in developing clinical reasoning skills
Computer literate
Experience with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Cerner EHR required

Nice To Haves

Previous supervisory experience (preferred)
Previous experience with automated equipment in department supervising (preferred)
Specialty certification from American Society of Clinical Pathology (SBB,SC,SH,SM, SCYM, SMB) (preferred)

Responsibilities

Completes and submits all Evaluations to the Laboratory Manager (includes Initial competency and skills assessment/validation)
Performs direct observation and ensures competency for all department staff
Monitors, trends, and reports all Quality Improvement indicators
Recommends and implements improvements necessary to achieve operational goals and to improve patient outcomes. Monitors quality control and proficiency testing for department
Ensures that accreditation standards are met for department in accordance with CAP, JCAHO, CLIA, AABB, FDA, OSHA, etc
Demonstrates comprehension of all procedures within the department as defined in the Procedure Manuals. Reviews Manuals biannually, revises procedures as necessary
Reviews test results, evaluates and resolves discrepancies. Investigates physician complaints
Distributes workload to section staff taking into consideration priority of work and skill of the employee
Prepares staff schedule to ensure adequate department coverage
Maintains staffing for call-ins or other unusual circumstances
Maintains an adequate reagent and supply inventory in the department
Evaluates new technologies for the section in conjunction with the Medical Director of the department
Collaborates with Manager and other Supervisors to meet the educational needs of the staff through presentations, educational materials, online learning, offsite meetings, etc
Makes recommendation to the Manager for hires, promotions, disciplinary actions and terminations
Meets regularly with section Medical Director and seeks involvement regarding capital purchases, operational, and technical issues
Identifies and reports any safety hazards or concerns
Follows up on all safety events for department
Documents attendance and tardy activity for department staff
Communicates to staff consistently. Holds section huddles daily
Attends required department or hospital meetings
Serves in a problem solving role for the department
Assists in the orientation of new department employees as demonstrated by the completed orientation checklist in the employees personnel file
Makes suggestions for improvements of procedures and workflow
Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
Performs other duties as assigned
Demonstrates a commitment to service, organization values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times
Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times
Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines
Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members
Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff and the broader health care community