Clinical Laboratory Supervisor - Peach - Evenings

Department: 60901 Navicent Health Medical Center:
Peach
- Lab

Status:
Full time

Benefits Eligible:
Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Monday
- Friday

1 PM - 9:30 PM

No holidays, rare weekend (as needed), with supervisory operational responsibilities

Pay Range: $41.10 - $61.65

This position is Sign-on Bonus eligible. Based on eligibility requirements.

Responsible for laboratory operations in the technical area(s) of the Hospitals and Clinics within the Advocate Health enterprise, which may include department, discipline and/or shift oversight. Supervises the implementation of enterprise laboratory strategies and standards through close collaboration with site leaders. Ensures peak laboratory operations by driving optimization of resources, financial performance, growth, safety, teammate engagement, and quality in achieving Advocate Health goals and objectives including planning, monitoring, and implementing laboratory operations in a cost effective, quality and service-oriented manner.

• Assumes responsibility for the day-to-day operations of the department including providing work direction, expertise, and guidance to the staff. Oversees the clinical laboratory testing, evaluation of results, and the proficiency of testing.
• Actively participates in projects to meet strategic initiatives including implementation and development of quantitative outcomes.
• Monitors budget compliance. Analyzes laboratory fiscal needs, and departmental performance and takes action to address variances.
• Collaborates and implements performance improvement processes to optimize teammate engagement, and physician and patient satisfaction.
• Ensures quality, regulatory, accreditation, compliance and competency standards are met. Ensures compliance with current policies, procedures, and standardization and/or consolidation decisions.
• Coordinates orientation, training, and competency testing of staff and/or students. Maintains competency, as needed, in test systems and processes in defined discipline for area of responsibility. Serves as a technical resource for staff.
• Complies with the quality plan by implementing and monitoring quality indicators. Reviews laboratory results for quality, accuracy and validity. Documents and implements corrective action as appropriate.
• Selects, coaches, and develops team. Sets clear expectations to inspire and motivate the team. Manages performance by recognizing achievement, providing feedback, and administering progressive discipline when necessary. Recommends hiring, compensation changes, promotions, corrective action decisions, and terminations.
• Responsible for understanding and adhering to the organization's Code of Ethical Conduct and for ensuring that people actions, and the actions of employees supervised, comply with the policies, regulations, and laws applicable to the organization's business.

• Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) certification issued by the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP BOC), or
• Medical Technologist (MT) certification issued by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or equivalent accrediting agency.

• Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences or Medical Technology or equivalent

• Typically requires 3 years of experience in technical laboratory services and operations.

• Demonstrated leadership skills including project management, decision making, delegation, team building, customer service, and conflict resolution.
• Ability to grow leaders through coaching, guidance, and development planning.
• Advanced knowledge of regulatory compliance, accrediting and licensing agency requirements.
• Current knowledge of medical and technical advancements to plan for future growth and development.
• Intermediate computer skills including knowledge and experience with laboratory information systems.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.

• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.
• Frequently lifts up to 10 lbs. Occasionally lifts up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, twist and bend the majority of the workday.
• May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, and/or infectious agents.
• Will be exposed to human blood and body fluids.
• Must wear appropriate safety protection, i.e. laboratory coats, gloves, gowns and/or eye protection.
• Must be able to handle stressful situations in a calm and professional manner.
• May be required to travel, therefore may be exposed to inclement weather and adverse road conditions.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

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