Laboratory Supervisor

Laboratory Supervisor - Night Shift JOB SUMMARY: Assists the Pathologists and Laboratory Manager in planning objectives and scope of laboratory services. Supervises daily activities, including proper staffing levels, to ensure accuracy, quality, and timeliness of services. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: • Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology with at least one year of training and/or experience in high complexity testing; or • Associate degree in a laboratory science or medical technology with at least two years of training and/or experience in high complexity testing; or • Have previously qualified or could have qualified as a general supervisor prior to 2/28/1992 • Current ASCP certification (HT) • Minimum of 5 years experience as a Histotechnician JOB RELATIONSHIPS: • Reports to Director of Operations and Laboratory Manager PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: • Prolonged sitting • Repetitive hand, wrist and shoulder motion • Lifting up to 25 lbs. occasionally • Detail oriented EXAMPLE OF WORK PERFORMED The omission of specific statements or descriptions does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position. ADMINISTRATIVE: • Manages the daily activities of the laboratory to ensure quality services are rendered in an efficient and timely manner • Maintains and assists with continual compliance as required by standards of accrediting or regulatory agencies • Establishes and monitors the standards of accuracy, precision and efficiency in performance of laboratory tests or the operation of equipment. Takes corrective action and documents results. • Maintains quality of laboratory work complying with accreditation standards. • Assures compliance with laboratory safety and infection control policies. • Monitor all quality assurance activities within the department. • Assists with recruiting efforts and participates in the termination process as required. • Monitors employee performance, completes and conducts periodic evaluations, counsels and disciplines as necessary in accordance with guidelines. • Oversees employee schedules, approves timesheets, approves and monitors PTO to ensure availability to effectively handle daily activities. • Trains and updates team on new policies/procedures. • Accessible to the laboratory as needed for on-site, telephone, or electronic consultation. • Able to perform all duties of a Histotechnician. PROFESSIONAL: • Support the priorities and decisions made by the Pathologists and Director of Operations. • Excellent organizational skills and ability to do detailed multi-tasks. • Ability to deal effectively and professionally with others. • Working knowledge of office equipment. BENEFITS: (Full Time Employees) • Med/Dent/Vision/Life Ins • 401k • Vacation and PTO