OMC Core Lab Supervisor

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This job assumes responsibility for operation, technical and personnel management related duties for assigned Laboratory section and for solving day to day lab operational problems and notifying Lab Manager/Physician Supervisor of problems as appropriate. This job maintains a patient /client focused section that complies with the standards of accrediting/regulatory agencies; oversees training of all personnel in section and performs technical work as necessary;

promotes and ensures compliance with the company and Laboratory policies and practices. Maintains confidentiality of patient and personnel-related information at all times and exhibits a high degree of professional excellence characterized by sound independent judgment, reliability, initiative, flexibility and a high standard of ethics.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company’s discretion.

• Required
  - Bachelor's in medical technology, medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical or biological science. Copy of Transcript

• Required - 4 years training and experience in high complexity testing in the respective specialty under a qualified Medical Director. Experience working in controlled environment, following safety measures minimize exposure chemicals, body fluids, blood borne pathogens, etc

• Required
  - Current license in the state of practice (if applicable)
• Required - ASCP certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist generalist, Medical Laboratory Technician or Medical Technologist generalist. ASCP MLS categorical certification acceptable ONLY if working in that specific laboratory discipline at a designated Academic Medical Center facility. Any incumbents certified by ASCP on or after January 1, 2004 must successfully complete the requirements of the ASCP's Certification Maintenance Program.

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Judgmental skills in order to identify and solve problems as well as handle difficult situations
• Analytical skills necessary to prepare/interpret a variety of management reports, analyze complex data and trouble shoot equipment
• Analytical skills to collect data, perform calculations, maintain system logs and operate laboratory computer equipment
• Skills to manage stress in order to maintain a professional atmosphere and provide quality service
• Preferred
  - Advanced analytical skills necessary in order to analyze complex data and trouble shoot equipment

• Coordinates daily operations
• Superv…