Core Laboratory Supervisor- SIGN ON BONUS

WVU Medicine; Ranson (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Ranson, West Virginia is seeking a Core Laboratory Supervisor to oversee laboratory services and staff. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and significant experience in medical laboratory technology. This position involves supervising operations, training staff, and ensuring quality standards are met. Competitive compensation and full-time hours are offered.

Qualifications

• Four years experience as a Medical Technologist or related position.
• National certifications through ASCP or AMT preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise lab operations and personnel.
• Coordinate laboratory activities and ensure adherence to policies.
• Facilitate staff training and performance evaluations.
• Maintain quality control and customer service standards.

Skills

Competency in service to different patient populations

Knowledge in medical technology and management

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related field

Associate’s Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or related field

Current state licensure

Job description

Core Laboratory Supervisor

Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! This position supervises the operation of laboratory services in assigned areas by supervising personnel and overseeing day‑to‑day workflow. To apply, click the Apply button above and complete the application in full.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology, Cytotechnology, Histotechnology (Medical Laboratory Science) or related field
• Associate’s Degree in Medical (Clinical) Laboratory Technology or related field
• Current licensure as required by the state in which services will be provided:
  • WA: Licensed in one of the following: Medical Laboratory Technician, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Cytotechnologist, Histotechnologist
  • PA, OH, MD: No State License requirement
• Four (4) years’ experience as a Medical Technologist, Medical Laboratory Technician, Histotechnologist or Cytotechnologist.

Preferred Qualifications

• National certifications through the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT):
  • Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)
  • Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)
  • Cytotechnologist (CT)
  • Histotechnologist (HTL)

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the Managers in the supervision of all lab areas to assure appropriate personnel coverage and adequate staffing in support of the hospital’s mission of patient care.
• Participate in the orientation of new staff; provide input for staff’s annual performance appraisals, disciplinary actions and terminations based on documented performance within time frames established by the institution.
• Coordinate and ensure all Reference Laboratory specimens are sent to appropriate reference laboratory and results received within specified time frame.
• In conjunction with LIS personnel and technical staff coordinate all computer downtime activities in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Operate and supervise the operation of laboratory equipment consistent with standard operating procedures and promptly prepare patient specimens in accordance with standard operating policies.
• Solicit and provide input for the development and/or revision of standard operating procedures and department policies.
• Maintain working knowledge of current hospital and lab administrative and safety policies/procedures as well as the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) if applicable, and apply these policies consistently and seek management guidance when needed.
• Respond, research, and answer customer inquiries and perform a variety of duties related to customer service in accordance with hospital and laboratory policies and procedures; monitor customer service activities and day‑to‑day specimen processing and/or phlebotomy activities to identify potential problems and provide possible solutions.
• Request input and direction, as needed, from the Medical Director(s), Administrative Director, and/or Manager(s) regarding medical and technical issues, employee training, quality assurance and quality control procedures.
• Organize time, materials and resources in an economical manner, prioritizing laboratory requests by assessing and adjusting workload and staffing to provide for optimal patient care and efficiency.
• Participate in various activities (i.e., staff meetings, in‑services, etc.) to disseminate information to laboratory staff, allied health personnel, Medical Director(s), physicians and nurses by written and/or verbal means.
• Maintain laboratory communication and ensure that information concerning new policies and procedures is available to staff in a timely manner and is incorporated into routine policies and procedures.
• Review and evaluate, as needed, quality control records and test results to determine analytical errors, shifts and trends and correlate data to assure quality patient test results.
• Assists in organizing time, materials and resources in an economical manner, and prioritizing laboratory requests by assessing and arranging workload throughout all laboratory sections within the division to provide for optimal patient care and efficiency.
• Assure daily completeness of all workload within established turnaround times by flexing organization of work according to test ordering status (e.g., routine, STAT, ASAP, emergency), and by reviewing pending test results (e.g., daily monitoring, turnaround studies).
• Initiate effective communication with supervisory personnel and all other laboratory personnel, other hospital departments and patient/public, as necessary to assure dissemination of information and the identification/resolution of problems in support of the hospital’s mission of patient care.
• May participate in the technical and theoretical instruction, supervision and evaluation of residents and students of the School of Medicine, as established by laboratory policies (e.g., laboratory objectives, evaluation forms).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift or pull up to 25 pounds.

Working Environment

• Cognizant of environmental factors, infection control issues and maintain a safe environment.
• Often loud, noisy environment.
• Ability to tolerate foul or unpleasant specimen odors.

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrate competency in service to different patient populations such as Neonates, Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults and Geriatrics.
• Knowledge in both medical technology and management principles.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Additional Job Description

Position will supervise all areas of the Laboratory except Blood Bank and Phlebotomy.

Salary and Hours

• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Shift: Varied (United States of America)
• Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Location and Company

• Company: JMC Jefferson Medical Center
• Cost Center: 112 JMC Clinical Labs
• Address: 300 S Preston St, Ranson, West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.