Pathology Supervisor- DCMC

Title:

Supervisor
- Pathology

Department: Core Laboratory

Reports To:

Director
- Laboratory
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Cost Center/Job Code:

-002185

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

In conjunction with the department leadership, this position supervises the operations of the designated laboratory area including adherence to technical, regulatory, and quality components. Ensures that all work is organized and handled in accordance with departmental protocols and serves as a resource to staff.

This position has authority to perform supervisory duties including but not limited to hiring, evaluating performance, issuing final disciplinary actions under the review of Human Resources, and recommending discharge in collaboration with members of management and Human Resources.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Provided leadership and mentorship to laboratory staff, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment. Schedule and assign tasks to ensure optimal staffing levels and efficient workflow. Participate in performance evaluations and provide feedback to team members. Coordinate recruitment, training and onboarding of new staff.
• Oversee quality control measures to maintain the accuracy and precision of lab tests. Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory agencies, as applicable (CAP, AABB, CLIA, etc.). Participates in audits and inspections, addressing any deficiencies promptly. Develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) as needed.
• Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and equipment. Coordinate equipment maintenance schedules and ensure adherence. Identify need for equipment upgrades or replacements and participate in the selection process.
• Monitor and manage laboratory supplies, reagents, and consumables. Place orders, receive deliveries, and maintain adequate stock levels. Minimize waste and control costs related to inventory management.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and regulations. Conduct safety training for lab personnel and maintain a safe working environment. Respond to and investigate any incidents or accidents.
• Perform tests that require complex network of steps and variables, independent judgement and interpretation while working the bench in the assigned area of the department. Oversee the accurate recording and reporting of test results.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and projects. Serve as a technical resource.
• Maintains the management of multiple projects and ensures goals and timelines are met.
• Anticipates and prevents problems independently by taking corrective actions before crises occur. Takes appropriate steps to resolve. Recognizes non-standard situations, notifies supervisor, if applicable, and documents all corrective actions taken when test systems or processes deviate from the laboratory’s established protocols.
• Participates in the annual operating and capital budget cycles. Develops strategies to support financial stewardship and meet financial targets.

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with course work sufficient to meet the requirements of the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) for Board of Certification as a technician, technologist/scientist, or specialist (excluding DPT, MLA, PBT).

• Two years of experience working in an acute care facility in a similar role, preferred.

• MLS(ASCP), MT(ASCP), HTL(ASCP) categorical or specialist (ASCP), MT(HEW), or MT(AMT); preferred OR
• MLT(ASCP…