Laboratory Shift Supervisor

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and verifies the suitability of specimens received and prepares these specimens for analysis in an accurate and efficient manner, while assuring the timeliness of results.
• Performs routine and specialized testing using appropriate laboratory instrumentation/equipment following prescribed policies, procedures and defined standards of performance.
• Studies, evaluates and performs technical aspects of procedures in use.
• Clinical correlation of results with other known patient parameters is incorporated in result verification per department procedure.
• Keeps Technical Supervisor and Manager informed of activities including unusual patient data and results along with personnel issues or concerns.
• Determines and modifies bench assignments and ensures all staff members rotate assignments routinely.
• Aids managers with interviewing and making recommendations for hiring personnel.
• Evaluates employee performance, recognizes their achievements, counsels and disciplines them as necessary.
• Aids in the investigation of written and formal actions.
• Maintains standards of performance and ensures staff comply with all OSHA and department safety policies and procedures.
• Conducts performance checks and calibrations of laboratory instrumentation within assigned laboratory sections.
• Evaluates reagents, media and standards according to established criteria.
• Documents, monitors and evaluates established quality control or quality assurance procedures on analytical tests, reagents, equipment and products, implementing corrective action protocols when indicated.
• Prepares, analyzes and reports proficiency testing samples.
• Reviews proficiency testing results, identifies problem areas and formulates plans for corrective action.
• Prepares the laboratory for on-site regulatory inspections.
• Performs and documents instrument function verification checks and preventative maintenance on all equipment consistent with department policies and procedures.
• Recognizes and troubleshoots instrument malfunctions in a timely manner per department policies and procedures.
• Participates in the evaluation, correlation and verification of instrument or procedure performance.
• Participates in the orientation of new employees to policies and procedures in assigned laboratory sections.
• Participates in the education of students in assigned laboratory sections.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree of Science in Medical Technology - Preferred
• Associate's Degree Of Science of Medical Lab Technician - Required
• 2 years supervisory experience - Preferred
• 3 years related experience - Required
• MT (ASCP), CLS (NCA), AMT or equivalent - Preferred