Supervisor Lab Section

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan from day one

Paid Time Off

Retirement Programs

Parental Leave Benefit

Tuition Reimbursement

PSLF Qualified Employer

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX seeks an experienced laboratory leader to supervise core laboratory operations. The role requires directing daily activities, ensuring QA, and guiding staff through training and development.

You will ensure compliance with CLIA and other regulatory standards while driving performance improvements and cost controls. The successful candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related field, be certified as a General Supervisor,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related field.
• Qualified as General Supervisor per CLIA regulations.
• ASCP MT/MLS certification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily activities of laboratory work groups and supervise staff.
• Coach, train, and evaluate staff; manage performance and development.
• Maintain compliance with CAP, AABB, TJC, and federal/state regulations.
• Develop and implement quality control programs and schedules.
• Contribute to performance improvement initiatives and budgeting.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Coaching & development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related field

General Supervisor qualification per CLIA regulations

ASCP MT/MLS certification

Job description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

SHIFT: M-F, 8A-430P With On-call

Works under supervision to Core Laboratory Manager.

JOB SUMMARY

Works under supervision to Core Laboratory Manager.

BENEFITS

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education
  Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or in one of the chemicals, physical or biological sciences or related field.
  
• Experience
  5 years of experience as a Medical Technologist/CLSLIA with at least 2 years of experience in a supervisory or lead capacity. Must be qualified as a General Supervisor as defined by CLIA regulations.
  
• Licenses and Certifications
  (MT) MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST MT (ASCP), MLS (ASCP) Upon Hire or
  (HTL) HISTOTECHNOLOGIST Upon Hire or
  Histo technician Upon Hire or
  Cytotechnologist Upon Hire
  

JOB DUTIES

• Demonstrate continuous performance improvement in targeted areas of responsibility in alignment with the overall annual Hospital performance improvement targets.
• Meets or exceeds financial goals and objectives of the department.
• Manage and direct the daily activities of assigned laboratory work group(s) through appropriate delegation, technical skills training, and work supervision. Supervisors screen and assign workload. Oversee the work of laboratory personnel performing routine testing.
• Manage staff in accordance with organization's policies and applicable regulations. Counsel, train, and coach laboratory staff. Directs the management of sections, human resources, and employee relations. Responsibilities include appraising performance and guiding professional development; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing employee relations issues and resolving problems. Approve actions on human resources issues. Foster a unified culture and facilitate collaboration, cooperation, sharing of information and teamwork. Participate in initiatives to improve employee engagement to positively impact operational results, customer satisfaction and employee retention.
• Supervisors will take measures to keep the laboratory running efficiently by developing and implementing quality control programs, preparing technical reports on lab activity, and designing efficient work schedules for personnel. Assist in the creation and revision of laboratory policies and technical procedures. Maintain appropriate control and quality assurance procedures. Ensure compliance with the Clinical Laboratory Services quality assurance and safety requirements. Accountable for adherence to state and federal rules and regulations; ensures compliance with CAP, AABB, TJC, federal, state, and local agencies.
• Keep abreast of new technical developments. Assist with implementation of new tests, equipment, programs and/or procedures in the assigned area(s) as needed. Supervisors learn new laboratory procedures and techniques and introduce them to their team.
• Accountable for on-going training and professional development of staff. Meet regularly with staff, technical directors and senior management to discuss and resolve workload and technical issues.
• Assist in developing performance standards. Monitor work, develop staff skills and evaluate performance.
• Performs advanced/specialized tests and other related laboratory techniques. Reruns work of others to confirm test results. Re-evaluates methodology and makes recommended changes to assist in test interpretation. Determines if further testing should be done on samples or if test should be repeated.
• Performs duties of technologist as necessitated by absence or peak workload.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.