LAB SUPERVISOR
WINTER PARK, FLORIDA
We are an outpatient medical group with offices throughout Central and South Florida and are looking for a F/T Lab Supervisor who will work under the general direction of the Laboratory Director. This person coordinates the work performed in the Chemistry, Immunology, Endocrinology, Hematology, and Toxicology department.
• Maintains procedure manuals and implements new procedures according to the guidelines of the regulatory agencies.
• Supervises and participates in the evaluation of technical staff and students assigned to their respective area.
• Reviews quality control and quality assurance activities for the section.
• Resolves equipment and procedure problems with service and technical representatives.
• Ensures an appropriate inventory of reagents and supplies.
Job duties:
• Reviews test results for clerical errors, accuracy and reasonableness for the section using computerized reports.
• Resolves problems detected and counsels the technical staff as needed.
• Reviews quality controls results, resolves problems detected and documents actions taken.
• Reviews QC monthly with the pathologist as necessary
• Maintains section standard operating procedures.
• Creates, revises and reviews procedures as required.
• Maintains all appropriate records according to accreditation agency standards.
• Assists and coordinates inspections.
• Coordinates and reviews proficiency testing prior to reporting results to the surveying agency.
• Reviews results and responds to any problem as necessary.
• Implements policies to maintain efficient utilization of personnel, materials and equipment in order to contain costs.
• Responsible for supply requisition and inventory control.
• Interfaces with the lab director regarding new policies and procedures and problems and concerns pertaining to the laboratory.
• Performs cost analysis and revises procedure and instrumentation to ensure cost containment.
• Analyzes new technology and recommends changes in the section as needed.
• Oversees the implementation of new equipment including validation, calibration, correlation studies, training of staff, and other required activities.
• Responsible for the orientation of new employees, staff development, evaluation and documentation of competency of personnel rotating through the section.
• Discusses test results and technical issues with physicians and nursing personnel as requested.
• Serves as a member of the laboratory leadership team.
• Works collaboratively with colleagues
• Supervises the entire laboratory in the absence of the Laboratory Director when assigned.
• Functions as staff technologist when necessary.
• Demonstrates competency in the performance of laboratory procedures as they relate to specific age groups (neonate, child, and adolescent, adult, geriatric).
Requirements:
Knowledge B.S. degree in medical technology from an accredited school or B.S. in a biological science with clinical laboratory certification. Licensed by AHCA as a Clinical Laboratory Supervisor
Experience minimum of five years of experience supervising highly complex testing
Initiative and judgment
1. Ability to reason and make educated decisions.
2. Ability to perform several functions congruently.
3. Ability to prioritize effectively.
4. Requires knowledge of medical terminology, effective communication skills and manual dexterity
Responsibility for the work of others
Continually monitors quality of test performance of technical staff.
Responsibility for contact with others
Has regular contact with employees, occasional contact with patients and outsiders.
Responsibility for legal compliance and confidential information
Must conform to and laboratory policies and procedures. Responsible for complying with HIPAA, COLA, CLIA, OSHA and other local, state and federal laws governing the facility in general and the laboratory in particular.
Effort, working conditions & hazards
Requires stooping, kneeling and standing, constant mental and visual strain and occasional lifting of 21 up to 30 pounds.
We offer Dental and Health and 401(k), Paid Vacation and Sick Leave, CME tuition reimbursement, licensure renewal reimbursement.
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If you feel you meet these qualifications please send resume to: alopez@natpain.com.
WINTER PARK, FLORIDA
We are an outpatient medical group with offices throughout Central and South Florida and are looking for a F/T Lab Supervisor who will work under the general direction of the Laboratory Director. This person coordinates the work performed in the Chemistry, Immunology, Endocrinology, Hematology, and Toxicology department.
• Maintains procedure manuals and implements new procedures according to the guidelines of the regulatory agencies.
• Supervises and participates in the evaluation of technical staff and students assigned to their respective area.
• Reviews quality control and quality assurance activities for the section.
• Resolves equipment and procedure problems with service and technical representatives.
• Ensures an appropriate inventory of reagents and supplies.
Job duties:
• Reviews test results for clerical errors, accuracy and reasonableness for the section using computerized reports.
• Resolves problems detected and counsels the technical staff as needed.
• Reviews quality controls results, resolves problems detected and documents actions taken.
• Reviews QC monthly with the pathologist as necessary
• Maintains section standard operating procedures.
• Creates, revises and reviews procedures as required.
• Maintains all appropriate records according to accreditation agency standards.
• Assists and coordinates inspections.
• Coordinates and reviews proficiency testing prior to reporting results to the surveying agency.
• Reviews results and responds to any problem as necessary.
• Implements policies to maintain efficient utilization of personnel, materials and equipment in order to contain costs.
• Responsible for supply requisition and inventory control.
• Interfaces with the lab director regarding new policies and procedures and problems and concerns pertaining to the laboratory.
• Performs cost analysis and revises procedure and instrumentation to ensure cost containment.
• Analyzes new technology and recommends changes in the section as needed.
• Oversees the implementation of new equipment including validation, calibration, correlation studies, training of staff, and other required activities.
• Responsible for the orientation of new employees, staff development, evaluation and documentation of competency of personnel rotating through the section.
• Discusses test results and technical issues with physicians and nursing personnel as requested.
• Serves as a member of the laboratory leadership team.
• Works collaboratively with colleagues
• Supervises the entire laboratory in the absence of the Laboratory Director when assigned.
• Functions as staff technologist when necessary.
• Demonstrates competency in the performance of laboratory procedures as they relate to specific age groups (neonate, child, and adolescent, adult, geriatric).
Requirements:
Knowledge B.S. degree in medical technology from an accredited school or B.S. in a biological science with clinical laboratory certification. Licensed by AHCA as a Clinical Laboratory Supervisor
Experience minimum of five years of experience supervising highly complex testing
Initiative and judgment
1. Ability to reason and make educated decisions.
2. Ability to perform several functions congruently.
3. Ability to prioritize effectively.
4. Requires knowledge of medical terminology, effective communication skills and manual dexterity
Responsibility for the work of others
Continually monitors quality of test performance of technical staff.
Responsibility for contact with others
Has regular contact with employees, occasional contact with patients and outsiders.
Responsibility for legal compliance and confidential information
Must conform to and laboratory policies and procedures. Responsible for complying with HIPAA, COLA, CLIA, OSHA and other local, state and federal laws governing the facility in general and the laboratory in particular.
Effort, working conditions & hazards
Requires stooping, kneeling and standing, constant mental and visual strain and occasional lifting of 21 up to 30 pounds.
We offer Dental and Health and 401(k), Paid Vacation and Sick Leave, CME tuition reimbursement, licensure renewal reimbursement.
***
If you feel you meet these qualifications please send resume to: alopez@natpain.com.