Lab Section Supervisor- Multi-Modality

Beth Israel Lahey Health • Needham, AL

7d • $48 - $60 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Director and Chief of Pathology, is responsible for providing technical oversight of the assigned laboratory section(s) (Chemistry, Hematology & Coagulation, Urinalysis, Diagnostic Immunology, Molecular Pathology and/or Microbiology). Accurately, consistently, and efficiently perform pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical activities required for laboratory testing for pediatric/adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients in compliance with laboratory, hospital, state, federal, and regulatory agency policies and procedures. Ensures the quality of the work, while maintaining a pleasant and efficient work atmosphere.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or equivalent education, training and experience required.
• 3-5 years related work experience required.
• 5 years of experience in a clinical laboratory, with at least 3 in the specific specialty area.
• Experience with computer systems required, including web based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree preferred.
• Masters degree and management experience.

Responsibilities

• Develops, trains and monitors testing procedures.
• Develops, maintains, and monitors the quality control and quality assurance programs on an ongoing basis.
• Maintains a current written procedure manual, reviews and revises as needed with a minimum of once a year.
• Demonstrates proficiency in performing all computer related activities required of supervisory personnel daily.
• Provide initial orientation to staff assigned to section. Participate in the interview, selection, evaluation and discipline of assigned personnel.
• Schedule personnel appropriately to maintain services to the hospital and adhere to operating budget.
• Evaluate the competency of testing personnel: Document competency, training, and continuing education activities.
• Implements and monitors a workload recording program on an ongoing basis.
• Inventories and orders supplies as needed.
• Always adheres to safety and infection control procedures.
• Keeps current with new methods and instrumentation, evaluates and makes recommendations for future purchases or leases when required.
• Reviews all test results performed in the section daily.
• Responsible for ensuring section is in compliance with CAP, TJC, CLIA and AABB regulations.
• Performs routine work daily including phlebotomy.
• Maintains an efficient, cost effective, and productive laboratory section.
• Prepares assignments to provide adequate coverage and efficient use of personnel as needed including registration area.
• Ensures that staff follows all safety regulations.
• Evaluates job performance of personnel on a periodic basis.
• Orient and trains new employees assigned to the section when appropriate.
• Ensures that policies and procedures are followed.
• Develops, maintains, and monitors the instrument maintenance programs.
• Assists the technologist in “trouble-shooting” procedure, reagents and equipment as needed.
• Attends and participates in regularly scheduled staff meetings monthly.
• Perform all duties of a Medical Technologist as per the job description for the position.
• Communicates with physicians, and other medical staff, as needed, to provide information regarding patient data, interpretation and appropriateness of testing. Consults with Pathologist and Administrative Director / Manager as needed.
• Demonstrates leadership, and maintains an attitude of professionalism and cooperativeness.
• Consistently displays a commitment towards meeting the objective of the department while maintaining a pleasant and efficient work atmosphere.
• Develops and maintains a good rapport with the entire staff.
• Actively participates and encourage staff to participate in Continuing Education.

Benefits

• The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
• As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level