Laboratory Supervisor - Washington Regional Physicians' Specialty Hospital (Full time, M-F, Day shift)

Washington Regional Medical System•Fayetteville, AR

3h•Onsite

About The Position

The role of the Laboratory Supervisor reports to the Assistant Laboratory Director. This position is responsible for serving as a liaison for internal and external clients. This position will oversee testing processes and personnel while ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines.

Requirements

Must be a graduate of an accredited Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Science or Clinical Laboratory Science program, required.
ASCP, AMT or equivalent certification, required.
Minimum of 4 years of relevant medical laboratory experience and meets qualifications of a Technical Supervisor of laboratories performing high complexity testing in accordance with CLIA'88 regulations, required.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 2 years of medical laboratory leadership experience is preferred.
Previous experience in regulatory compliance and accreditation standards of the College of American Pathologists (CAP), The Joint Commission (TJC) and Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA).

Responsibilities

Provide resolution for issues through various means of consultation including telephone calls, onsite, and electronically
Maintain departmental documentation requirements for test performance characteristics
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements including participation in proficiency testing, quality control management, training, and competency evaluations of testing personnel
Proactive in identifying potential problems, able to troubleshoot situations quickly with a resolution and provide direction to staff as needed
Assist with creating and implementing policies, procedures, and documentation, as appropriate
Partner with department educator to provide education and training strategies to staff
Assist in the design and implementation of performance improvement projects, monitor progress, and perform corrective actions
Assist in monitoring budget related processes
Assist with day-to-day department operations
Remain available to all staff, seeking opportunities to become actively involved, lend support, address problems, and suggest areas of improvement