LEAD LAB TECH

UHS•Denison, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Laboratory Director, the Supervisor of the Lab is responsible to coordinate personnel, equipment, resources and testing procedures within the lab. Required to compile QA statistics, attend departmental meetings assigned by the director. Supervises training and educational programs to include regulatory compliance with CAP and Joint Commission standards - required to update all procedures as regulations are updated, completes competency assessments, revise proficiency testing, and participates in data entry for PT results. Researches and provides technical support to Physicians for guidance on Laboratory testing and evaluates new technology, also me assigned additional duties as determined by the Laboratory.

Requirements

Associate Degree or Bachelor Degree from an approved program in Medical Laboratory Technology
Minimum of three (3) years in a clinical lab, two (2) of which must be within the assigned section of responsibility.
MT/MLS/MLT ASCP or AMT is required.
Must be able to read and write.
Must have ability to learn/use computer software.
Requires skill in obtaining lab specimens from all age groups.
Follows Just Culture principles to ensure just assessment of individual acts.
Creates a safety-conscious work environment where employees feel free to raise safety concerns without intimidation, harassment, discrimination, or fear of retaliation.
Demonstrates commitment to safety in decisions and behaviors.
Issues potentially impacting safety are promptly identified, fully evaluated, and promptly addressed and corrected commensurate with their significance.

Responsibilities

Coordinate personnel, equipment, resources and testing procedures within the lab.
Compile QA statistics.
Attend departmental meetings assigned by the director.
Supervise training and educational programs.
Ensure regulatory compliance with CAP and Joint Commission standards.
Update all procedures as regulations are updated.
Complete competency assessments.
Revise proficiency testing.
Participate in data entry for PT results.
Research and provide technical support to Physicians for guidance on Laboratory testing.
Evaluate new technology.
Perform additional duties as determined by the Laboratory.