Department: Clinical Laboratory - Chemistry

Under direction of the manager/director, plan, organize, schedule and direct the work of the section in order to effectively maximize employees, equipment and material utilization within budgetary constraints while adhering to quality technical standards.

• Oversee activities of the department, distribute/assign work, determine priorities, schedule non-routine procedures.


• Perform supervisory functions for their assigned staff including interviewing, hiring, training and providing staff development through performance evaluation and corrective counseling.


• Perform advanced/specialized tests and other related laboratory techniques. May duplicate work of others to confirm test results. Re-evaluate methodology, make recommended changes and assists in test interpretation. Determine if further testing should be done on samples or if test should be repeated.


• Check/approve all specialized and problem reports for accuracy.


• Initiate quality-control measures and monitor quality of work for adherence to laboratory standards.


• Perform duties of technologist as necessitated by absence or peak workload.


• Completes special projects as requested - surveys, statistical reports, studies, research, etc.


• Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional and sanitary condition.


• Complete training and competency checklists as appropriate.


• Adheres to all established CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA and laboratory safety requirements.


• Required to use (a) personal protective equipment, (b) engineering controls and/or (c) work practice controls as directed by management.


• Answer questions from clients or other lab personnel, if applicable.


• Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections, if needed.


• Other duties as assigned. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position.

Required Work Experience:

Four (4) to six (6) years full-time experience as a medical technologist or equivalent in a clinical laboratory.

Preferred Work Experience:

Previous supervisory experience preferred.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects: Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally; objects 36 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted or carried and objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.


• Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time.


• May be required to use a wide variety of manual and automated pipettes and laboratory instruments and apparatuses all of which demand significant manual dexterity.

Knowledge:

• Comprehensive theoretical and operational job knowledge in designated specialty required.


• Knowledge of organizational/departmental policies and procedures.

Skills:

• Proven leadership and problem-solving skills.


• Must be detail-oriented, have the ability to work independently, establish work priorities and to handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency.


• Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively with employees, co-workers and clients.


• Ability to deal with client information in a confidential manner.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems.

EDUCATION

Bachelors Degree(Required)

LICENSE CERTIFICATIONS

ASCP Certification (required)