General Laboratory Supervisor

Aspira Women's Health•Austin, TX

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About The Position

The General Lab Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day technical and scientific oversight of the laboratory operation and personnel performing testing and reporting test results in addition to the testing of research samples and the management of the specimen repository.

Requirements

Master s in clinical laboratory science, medical technology or chemical, physical, or biological science plus 2 years work experience OR
Bachelor s degree in clinical laboratory science, medical technology or chemical, physical, or biological science and 4 years lab experience.
Must qualify as General Supervisor in accordance with CLIA Regulations 493.1423 Standard: Testing Personnel Qualifications with documentation of training and certifications.
1-2 years of laboratory supervisor experience.
Knowledge of Cobas 6000/Cobas Pure, digital PCR and ELISA technology.
2+ years of experience handling biospecimens and working knowledge of basic laboratory procedures.
2+ years of experience processing billing and billing inquiries associated with a laboratory environment.
2+ years of experience with a laboratory information system.
2+ years of experience with SOPs, validation protocols for completion of accurate documentation.
4+ years training in an HHS-approved program and experience in high-complexity testing.
Ability to pass required pre-employment screenings.
Ability to work overtime hours, as required.

Nice To Haves

MT(ASCP) or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Selects test methodology appropriate for the clinical use of the test menu.
Verifies procedures for testing performed and establishes the laboratory s performance criteria, including accuracy and precision of each test and test system.
Enrolls the laboratory in an approved PT program commensurate with services offered.
Establishes a quality control program appropriate for the testing performed, establishes acceptable levels of analytic performance, and ensures these levels are maintained throughout the testing process.
Resolves technical problems and ensures corrective actions are taken whenever test systems deviate from the laboratory s established performance specifications.
Ensures patient test results are not reported until all corrective action has been taken and the test system is functioning properly.
Performs testing and provides day-to-day supervision of personnel performing testing.
Coordinates schedule for personnel and laboratory activities.
Monitors test analyses and specimen examination to ensure that acceptable levels of analytic performance are maintained.
Fulfills certain responsibilities as delegated by the Lab Director.
Identifies training needs and ensures testing personnel receive regular in-service training.
Management and organization of specimen repository, including: Collaborating with other teams and clinical trial sites
Determines the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria
Processes, catalogs and storage of specimens
Manages sample manifest and associated information
Tests research specimens and compiles data
Evaluates the performance and competency of all testing personnel on an ongoing basis in accordance with our SOPs.