Laboratory Supervisor Full Time (Monday-Friday 2:00pm-10:30pm)

East Tennessee Children's Hospital; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

East Tennessee Children's Hospital is looking for a Laboratory Supervisor for full-time evenings/nights in Knoxville, TN. The role involves overseeing all sections of the core laboratory, including hematology and general chemistry.

Applicants must have at least 6 years of medical laboratory experience, a bachelor’s degree, and valid certification from the State of Tennessee. The position requires strong supervisory skills and the ability to work efficiently under pressure.

Qualifications

• 6 years of direct medical laboratory experience required.
• 2 years of medical laboratory supervision preferred.
• Valid Medical Laboratory Supervisor license from the State of Tennessee.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all sections of the core laboratory.
• Supervise personnel and ensure workflow efficiency.
• Perform tests in hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, general chemistry, and immunochemistry.

Skills

Knowledge of advanced medical laboratory techniques

Supervisory skills

Verbal and written communication

Ability to multitask

Education

Bachelor's degree in healthcare-related discipline

Medical Technology certification

Job description

## Laboratory Supervisor Full Time Evenings/NightsApplylocations: Knoxville, TNtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: JR103318**BASIC PURPOSE OF THE JOB**Responsible for all sections of the core laboratory (hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, general chemistry, and immunochemistry) and capable of performing tests, organizing workflow, and supervising personnel in those sections of the lab across all shifts (i.e. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd).**CONTACTS****Supervisory Responsibilities** - YES**Number of Direct Reports** - 20+**Number of Indirect Reports** - NONE**Population Specific Competencies** - NONE**Internal Contacts**● Patients● Other: Family, Visitors**External Contacts** - Patients**JOB REQUIREMENTS****Minimum Education**● Bachelors Required Degree healthcare related discipline● Bachelors Required Degree in Medical Technology from an accredited college acceptable to the State of Tennessee Division of Health Related Boards preferred.**Minimum Work Experience**● 6 years of direct medical laboratory experience is required● 2 years of medical laboratory supervision is preferred**Required Licenses/Certifications for position**● Valid license as a Medical Laboratory Supervisor from the State of Tennessee Division of Health Related Boards● National certification by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) as a Medical Technologist● Certification as a Medical Technologist by the State of Tennessee Division of Health Related Boards**Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities**● Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of advanced medical laboratory work in all applicable Core Laboratory sections (i.e, General Chemistry, Immunochemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, and Urinalysis).● Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices as they relate to the core laboratory, its personnel, and its functions, including establishing and meeting departmental goals, staff scheduling, payroll, employee engagement and growth, evaluation of staff performance, and disciplinary actions.● Skill in prioritizing and coordinating section activities in relationship to department functions.● Skill in both verbal and written communication.● Is able to multitask, handle stress appropriately, and work in a fast-paced environment.● Works well with others and consistently displays a courteous, professional attitude in all situations.**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS***Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.*Medium lifting, pushing and pulling is required for 20-50 lbs occasionally, 10-20 lbs frequently and 10 lbs constantly to move objects. Sudden emergency situations have the potential for exposure to lifting or moving of up to 100 lbs. Frequent bending, walking, sitting, squatting, reaching and standing are required. Keyboard/computer use and/or repetitive motions may be required.*Come work where you can make a difference everyday.*### About Dolly Parton Children's HospitalAt Dolly Parton Children’s Hospital, care is at the CORE of who we are. We are comprised of team members who live out our core values of Compassion, Ownership, Respect, and Excellence. We support each other by fostering a culture of team engagement that creates moments that matter – every interaction, every time.* **Compassion** – We imagine what others are going through, work to alleviate suffering, and create joy whenever possible.* **Ownership** – We take pride in our work, act with integrity, and feel personal responsibility for achieving our mission.* **Respect** – We listen, understand, and communicate openly and politely. We recognize our diverse strengths.* **Excellence** – We set high standards for performance in delivering the safest patient care. We give extraordinary and meaningful experiences to our patients, their families, team members, and the community we serve.