Section Supervisor

Determines, coordinates and supervises daily staffing assignments and levels in the absence of Department Director and/or Manager.
Provides direction, orientation, training, coaching, and mentoring to staff. Provides feedback to department director and manager for staff performance evaluations.
Assesses and ensures quality of services delivered and facilitates staff development programs. Assists with staff compliance with departmental and organizational policies, procedures, and protocols.
Performs staff responsibilities as needed to fulfill required service levels.
Assists with the handling and resolution of complex issues and complaints.
Performs common testing procedures and reports test results.
Collects samples and analyzes bodily fluids and substances for abnormalities. Collects blood and studies blood samples used in transfusions.
Operates laboratory equipment in a high-quality, effective manner.
Analyzes test results for accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits, and reports/documents results per organizational standards.
Performs automated tests using computerized instruments and automated equipment.
Performs manual tests based on detailed instructions.
Runs tests and analyzes the results to be reported to the patient, physician or registered nurse.
Performs Quality Assurance/Control work to ensure accuracy of equipment and/or reagents.
Effectively performs preventative maintenance. Troubleshoots as necessary.

Minimum Education
Associate's Degree in Applied Science or Clinical Laboratory Science from an accredited college required for MLT Supervisor
Bachelor's Degree in Applied Science or Clinical Laboratory Science from an accredited college required for MT Supervisor
Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Required Skills
Certifications:
ASCP, AMT or NCA certification preferred
Minimum Work Experience
Two (2) years of experience in a clinical lab performing moderate/high complexity testing.

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran