Supervisor, Core Lab Testing Operations

Loyola Medicine; Berwyn (IL); On-site; USD 67,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyola Medicine is seeking a Supervisor for their new Regional Clinical Laboratory at MacNeal Hospital in Berwyn, IL. This role involves overseeing laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing staff to improve efficiency. Ideal candidates will have a background in medical technology with supervisory experience in a high complexity lab setting. The position offers comprehensive benefits and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Daily Pay

Career Development

Tuition Reimbursement

On Site Fitness Center

Educational Stipend

Certification reimbursement (up to 1 certification)

Referral Rewards

Qualifications

• 2+ years of laboratory experience in a designated specialty.
• 3-5 years of experience in high complexity testing in hematology.
• Extensive knowledge about computers and various software.

Responsibilities

• Supervise laboratory operations and manage workflow.
• Ensure compliance with all laboratory regulations and protocols.
• Recruit, train, and supervise laboratory personnel.

Skills

Team Management

Compliance Knowledge

Quality Control

Data Analysis

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Chemical, Physical or Biological Science

Job description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Come be a part of the transformation happening at Loyola Medicine's new state of the art Regional Clinical Laboratory. The new lab enables greater operational efficiencies, improved turnaround times to support future growth and expansion into emerging technologies and lab testing methodologies.

The Laboratory Department seeks a Supervisor, Laboratory Testing Operations to manage staff resources to meet the needs of the laboratory and expected lab result turn-around-times, which includes hiring qualified employees to fill open positions.

Shift: Monday - Friday & covering weekends and off shifts as needed. Day shift, but with flexing hours to connect with midnights and PM shift.

This position is located at MacNeal Hospital in Berwyn, IL.

What you will do:

• Supervise laboratory operations: Oversee the overall functioning of the laboratory, including managing workflow, scheduling staff, and ensuring timely completion of tests and procedures.
• Ensure compliance: Ensure compliance with all applicable laboratory regulations, standards, and safety protocols, including CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments) and CAP (College of American Pathologists) guidelines.
• Quality control and assurance: Implement quality control measures to maintain the accuracy and reliability of laboratory results. Conduct regular audits and proficiency testing and address any issues or discrepancies.
• Staff management: Recruit, train, and supervise laboratory personnel, including medical technologists, technicians, and assistants. Provide ongoing performance feedback, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.
• Laboratory equipment and supplies: Manage inventory of laboratory equipment, reagents, and supplies. Coordinate maintenance and calibration of laboratory instruments and equipment to ensure accurate and reliable test results.
• Data analysis and reporting: Review and analyze laboratory data, interpret results, and prepare reports for healthcare providers and stakeholders. Provide accurate and timely information to support patient care decisions.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as pathologists, physicians, and nurses, to ensure effective communication and coordination of laboratory services in patient care processes.
• Continuous improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement, operational efficiency, and cost control. Implement new technologies, methodologies, and best practices to enhance laboratory performance.
• Risk management: Identify and mitigate potential risks and hazards in the laboratory. Develop and implement safety protocols and emergency procedures to protect staff and patients.

What's required:

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Chemical, Physical or Biological Science is required.
• 2+ years of laboratory training or experience in a designated specialty or subspecialty of responsibility.
• 3-5 years of experience in high complexity testing in hematology
• Extensive knowledge about computers and use of various software programs
• In-depth knowledge of standard operating procedures and testing techniques
• Requires knowledge of state and federal regulations

Preferred:

• Certification as Medical Laboratory Technician, Medical Technologist, Medical Laboratory Scientist, or laboratory discipline specific or specialty certificate (ASCP or AMT or other approved certifying agency)
• Must meet CLIA88 qualifications for technical consultant (moderate complexity) and general supervisor (high complexity) for the designated testing specialty.

At MacNeal Hospital, we know you’re more than your job. We see you and all of your potential. That’s why we invest in our people. Clinical advancement programs, flexible scheduling, tuition reimbursement and day one benefits… at MacNeal, what’s important to you, is important to us. Join our family.

• Benefits from Day One
• Daily Pay
• Career Development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• On Site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & LUMC)
• Educational Stipend
• Certification reimbursement (up to 1 certification)
• Referral Rewards

Compensation:

Pay range: $67,100- $107,348

Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.

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