Medical Technologist, Supervisor

Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Position

Qualifications:

You put the pro in medical laboratory professional. You are a natural leader. As a Medical Technologist Supervisor, you will direct and control personnel, equipment, resources, and testing procedures within the laboratory and/or a specific section.

Hilo, HI

Full-time

TBD

$43.33 to $47.67 D.O.E.

Eligible

Under the supervision of a Pathologist and other supervisors, in accordance with company policies, procedures, and guidelines, in this role you will:

• Perform routine laboratory test procedures outlined in the laboratory standard operating procedures manuals. Adheres to quality assurance and quality control procedures in performing all testing.
• Correlate clinical information and/or previous lab results and report discrepancies to the Medical Technologist, senior, or supervisors. Consult with superiors or a pathologist when no preset criteria for decision‑making are available before taking action.
• Collect and direct all the essential job duties of a medical technologist and senior and assume direct supervisory duties over personnel and all resources within the lab and/or specific section.
• Maintain and operate lab equipment; able to detect malfunctions as they occur by reviewing instrument results. Troubleshoot the problem with technologist assistance.
• Ensure appropriate lab supplies are always on hand in their assigned area or department.
• May be rotated to other lab locations or shifts as necessary.
• Train or instruct laboratory personnel in the performance of lab tests and procedures where assigned.
• Participate in developmental work on new tests.
• Participate in established TQM activities, QC testing of lab reagents and equipment maintenance. Follow protocol for running and documenting control values. Collect, evaluate, and report quality management data to monitor and improve laboratory performance.
• Attend and participate in continuing education programs to monitor proficiency, expand current knowledge, and enhance professional excellence. Willingly share knowledge and provide clinical orientation to other members of the staff.
• Oversee Job Competency/Skills Check program.
• Maintain open communication with supervisors, pathologists, and fellow employees to ensure optimal department operation. Communicate pertinent information to other members of the health care team in a clinically relevant time frame to enhance the lab’s contribution to patient care.
• Deliver age‑appropriate care for the patient population. Maintain strict confidentiality in all situations and with all documentation.
• Maintain and assist with continual compliance as required by standards of accrediting or regulatory agencies.
• Coordinate and schedule the activities of assigned personnel to optimize productivity and minimize unbudgeted hours. Provide direction and make decisions concerning clinical lab situations.
• Maintain consistent service and productivity in an unpredictable workload environment.
• Monitor personnel performance and document performance through periodic appraisals as directed by company guidelines.
• Establish procedures and maintain a laboratory department or unit under the direction of the lab manager in compliance with accreditation and other regulatory standards.
• May perform the most challenging and advanced tests, examinations, or analysis in one or more specialized fields.
• Monitor training and evaluation of MLT/MT new employees/students along with the appropriate education coordinator and HR staff.
• Establish and write laboratory procedures using computer software for method validation as required.
• Adhere to safety, confidentiality, compliance, and legal requirements.
• Must have reliable and consistent attendance and comply with company guidelines on attendance.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• Work in a fast‑paced laboratory environment with biological and chemical hazards.
• Champion safety, compliance, and quality control.

• Bachelor’s Degree in medical technology or related science from an accredited program.
• Current certification or registration as a Medical Technologist such as ASCP, NCA,…