Specimen Laboratory Supervisor - Phlebotomy and specimen processing

Northside Hospital Inc. • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

Northside Hospital is seeking a Specimen Laboratory Supervisor for phlebotomy and specimen processing. Under the direction of the Laboratory Manager, this role coordinates specimen collection and processing to meet laboratory support needs for neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. The supervisor recommends and implements changes as needed.

Requirements

• Meet one of the following education and experience combinations: a bachelor's degree in medical technology or a chemical, physical, or biological science and one year of clinical laboratory experience; a bachelor's degree in education, business administration, or another health-related specialty and three years of experience in a health care delivery system or laboratory service; a two-year associate degree in a health-related specialty or business administration and five years of experience in health care or laboratory service; or ten years of experience as a phlebotomist and laboratory data clerk in a health care delivery system or laboratory service.
• Knowledge of regulatory agency standards, including CAP, AABB, GA DHR, The Joint Commission, and CLIA.
• Ability to assist or direct development, organization, and implementation of projects, programs, and policies for the specimen procurement section.
• Ability to work independently and supervise assigned personnel.
• Effective communication skills, including good written and oral communication.
• Color vision acuity; applicants must submit to and pass a Color-Acuity screening Test.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of computers and computer systems, particularly SunQuest and Microsoft applications.
• Knowledge and experience in specimen procurement and regulations related to clinical laboratory specimens.
• Public relations skills and service excellence training.
• Previous supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of specimen collection or specimen processing to meet laboratory support needs across patient age groups.
• Recommend and implement changes as needed.
• Assist or direct the development, organization, and implementation of projects, programs, and policies needed to operate and enhance the specimen procurement section.
• Work independently and supervise assigned personnel.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree