Laboratory Supervisor

Cleveland, Ohio

Clinical Dynamix, Inc.
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Department: Clinical Laboratory - Chemistry


Under direction of the manager/director, plan, organize, schedule and direct the work of the section in order to effectively maximize employees, equipment and material utilization within budgetary constraints while adhering to quality technical standards.





  • Oversee activities of the department, distribute/assign work, determine priorities, schedule non-routine procedures.

  • Perform supervisory functions for their assigned staff including interviewing, hiring, training and providing staff development through performance evaluation and corrective counseling.

  • Perform advanced/specialized tests and other related laboratory techniques. May duplicate work of others to confirm test results. Re-evaluate methodology, make recommended changes and assists in test interpretation. Determine if further testing should be done on samples or if test should be repeated.

  • Check/approve all specialized and problem reports for accuracy.

  • Initiate quality-control measures and monitor quality of work for adherence to laboratory standards.

  • Perform duties of technologist as necessitated by absence or peak workload.

  • Completes special projects as requested - surveys, statistical reports, studies, research, etc.

  • Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional and sanitary condition.

  • Complete training and competency checklists as appropriate.

  • Adheres to all established CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA and laboratory safety requirements.

  • Required to use (a) personal protective equipment, (b) engineering controls and/or (c) work practice controls as directed by management.

  • Answer questions from clients or other lab personnel, if applicable.

  • Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections, if needed.

  • Other duties as assigned. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position.




Required Work Experience:


Four (4) to six (6) years full-time experience as a medical technologist or equivalent in a clinical laboratory.


Preferred Work Experience:


Previous supervisory experience preferred.


Physical and Mental Requirements:



  • The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects: Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally; objects 36 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted or carried and objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.

  • Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time.

  • May be required to use a wide variety of manual and automated pipettes and laboratory instruments and apparatuses all of which demand significant manual dexterity.


Knowledge:



  • Comprehensive theoretical and operational job knowledge in designated specialty required.

  • Knowledge of organizational/departmental policies and procedures.


Skills:



  • Proven leadership and problem-solving skills.

  • Must be detail-oriented, have the ability to work independently, establish work priorities and to handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency.

  • Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively with employees, co-workers and clients.

  • Ability to deal with client information in a confidential manner.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems.




EDUCATION


Bachelors Degree(Required)




LICENSE CERTIFICATIONS


ASCP Certification (required)


Date Posted: 25 April 2024
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