Line Supervisor - Flow Cytometry Shelton, CT
Tuesday to Saturday 8:30AM-5:00PM
Job Description
Precisely and accurately performs and supervises the performance of flow cytometry procedures and data analysis. Provides feedback and bench supervision of the daily technical and clerical workload to a group of medical laboratory scientists and lab associate(s) in conjunction with other members of the management team. This role requires a minimum 50% bench work as well as administrative duties.
- Supervises laboratory staff by monitoring personnel issues that affect individual or laboratory performance and provides direction. All problems or issues that adversely affect the functioning of the laboratory are reported to the laboratory management team.
- Reviews and approves scientist work and vacation schedules and ensures that the lab is adequately staffed during hours of operation. Reviews weekly timekeeping records for accuracy, makes corrections if necessary, and approves the final submission.
- Prepares and delivers mid-year and annual performance appraisals.
- Develops staff by ensuring that training is carried out by qualified staff members.
- Participates in the recruiting and interviewing of candidates for open laboratory positions.
- Coordinates workflow on a daily basis to ensure timely processing and analysis of patient samples.
- Provides technical feedback to staff regarding performance, documenting corrective action as necessary.
- Responsible for regulatory compliance with CLIA (CT)/CAP/OSHA/NYS guidelines and implements changes as required. Ensures that the laboratory is prepared for all inspections and assists with updates to the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) as needed.
- Implements corporate protocols and initiatives as required and provides oversight to validations and training assignments to ensure timely completion.
- Coordinates medical laboratory scientist participation in proficiency testing and ensures that submission deadlines are met.
- Reviews technical systems daily for assurance of quality and efficiency, including QA/QC of reagents, instrumentation, etc.
- Prepares data for monthly and annual laboratory quality indicator reports.
- Ensures monthly inventory and ordering activities are performed timely and accurately to prevent reagent or supply shortages that adversely impact laboratory productivity and TAT.
Required Work Experience:
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in flow cytometry.
Knowledge:
- Must comprehend principles and performance of all skill sets required for each laboratory position, with specialized knowledge in flow cytometry of bone marrow, blood, tissues, fluids, etc. and leukemic disease states.
EDUCATION
Bachelor's Degree(Required)
CERTIFICATIONS
ASCP International Medical Technologist (MT)
ASCP Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)