Supervisor, Medical Technologists

About the Role

The UHealth Laboratories Department at the University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for a Supervisor, Medical Technologists in the UTower hospital.

Core Job Functions

• Supervises, orients, trains, evaluates, and monitors on-the-job performance of staff responsible for performing microbiological, molecular biological, and immunological tests on body specimens to provide data for use in treatment and diagnosis of disease.
• Verifies identification of specimen with physician’s orders.
• Prepares specimen for testing and handles all specimens in a safe and careful manner.
• Supervises all research and prepares all pertinent patient data and refers to pathologists for evaluation and sign-out.
• Assists in monitoring staff productivity and quality of work through proactive reviews of attendance and scheduling accuracy.
• Initiates performance management processes that address on-going performance issues.
• Recognizes test inconsistencies and takes appropriate corrective action and provides supervision to laboratory subordinates in resolution of similar problems.
• Runs quality-control tests according to procedure and maintains appropriate data recording.
• Seeks help from the section head and documents actions taken.
• Performs and reviews quality controls in testing and decides whether results are within acceptable ranges.
• Advises technologists and other healthcare providers on proper methods of collection of specimens.
• Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures.
• Ensures employees are trained on controls within the function and on University policy and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience required.
• Valid State of Florida Medical Technologist license required.

Skills

• Performance Management: Ability to set performance goals, provide feedback, conduct evaluations, and effectively delegate tasks.
• Training & Development: Providing employee training and motivation to enhance skills.
• Team Leadership: Ability to create and maintain a cohesive and productive team environment, build positive working relationships, and work collaboratively with others.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey ideas clearly and persuasively.

Benefits

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission, and more.

Note: This position is full-time staff at the University of Miami.