Microbiology Supervisor

HCA • Savannah, GA

126d

About The Position

The Laboratory Technical Supervisor assists Manager and Administrative Director of the department with the day to day operations of the hematology section/department which includes: managing personnel, maintain consistent staffing levels, developing and monitoring daily quality control, quality assurance and proficiency testing programs; developing and evaluating laboratory methodologies, protocols and techniques; overseeing care, maintenance, and utilization of department equipment, supplies, and inventories. Performs clinical testing as needed. Prepares and develops department for accrediting agency inspections.

Requirements

• Clinical Laboratory Scientist, or Histotechnician, or Histotechnologist, or Medical Lab Scientist
• Bachelors Degree
• Supervisor Experience is Preferred
• 5 Years or More Experience as a MLS, MT or CLS is Required

Responsibilities

• Supports Managers and Administrative Director in personnel activities that may include interviewing, work allocation, orientation and training, staff development, problem resolution, evaluating performance (conducts annual feedbacks), making recommendations for personnel actions, and motivating employees to achieve peak performance.
• Understands laboratory methods, demonstrates knowledge of pathological processes with correlation of disease states and test results.
• Assures compliance with accrediting agencies; understands and applies CQI principles; anticipates needs and develops, implements, and evaluates quality assurance programs.
• Develops and evaluates laboratory methodologies, procedures and techniques in the area of clinical specialty.
• Acts as a resource to customers, both within the department and outside the department, on testing methods and procedures, and laboratory operations, safety and training.
• Oversees ordering, care, maintenance and utilization of department equipment, supplies, and inventories.
• Manages special projects to include developing a plan, coordinating necessary resources, setting project timelines, keeping Manager informed of progress, and completing project within established time limits.
• Develops, implements, evaluates programs for section/department orientation, competency and training; validates competency of co-workers or subordinates.
• Attends Leadership Skills courses; puts new knowledge, understanding, or skill to practical use on the job.
• Supports the mission and vision of the Memorial Health University Health System and demonstrates excellent customer service at all times.
• Understands and is committed to helping the Memorial Health University Health System and its associated facilities achieve its goals under the MHUHS Financial Performance Plan.
• Must learn, comply with, and enforce System and facility safety policies and rules.
• Adheres to the MHUHS Code of Conduct and demonstrates ethical behavior as expected by our patients, colleagues and the community.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more.
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts.
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships).
• Colleague recognition program.
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence).
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees