Lead Clinical Lab Scientist III - Lab Operations & Quality

Saint Francis Hospital; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Tuition reimbursement

401K retirement plan

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital in Evanston, IL is seeking an experienced laboratory supervisor/lead to manage daily operations across Hematology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis and more. You will supervise staff, ensure test accuracy, compliance with CLIA and regulatory requirements, and coordinate quality control.

Responsibilities include developing policies, maintaining equipment, mentoring staff, and collaborating with medical staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in chemical, physical, biological health science or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution, or other educational requirements stated in CLIA (42 CFR 493.1461).
• ASCP certification, or equivalent, preferred.
• Current and Valid State License if the laboratory is located in a state where required.

Responsibilities

• Functions as the department Section Supervisor or Lead, responsible for supervising daily operation of the section(s).
• Provides consultative services to medical staff as Technical Consultant.
• Oversees performance improvement program and participates in hospital interdisciplinary initiatives.
• Responsible for technical and fiscal management of the section(s).
• Oversees quality management/assurance program and ensures regulatory compliance.
• Assesses staff competency and completes performance evaluations timely.
• Ensures accuracy of patient results prior to reporting.
• Develops and updates section policies and procedures.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in chemical, physical, biological health science or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution, or other educational requirements stated in CLIA (42 CFR 493.1461)

ASCP certification, or equivalent, preferred

Current and Valid State License (if required by state)

Job description

Saint Francis Hospital in Evanston, IL is seeking an experienced laboratory supervisor/lead to manage daily operations across Hematology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis and more. You will supervise staff, ensure test accuracy, compliance with CLIA and regulatory requirements, and coordinate quality control.

Responsibilities include developing policies, maintaining equipment, mentoring staff, and collaborating with medical staff.