Supervisor Laboratory Afternoon Shift

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Supervisor for Laboratory services on the Afternoon Shift. This role involves overseeing daily operations, managing personnel, and ensuring quality control in laboratory services. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Medical Technology, excellent communication skills, and experience in managing laboratory workflows. Join a dynamic team in a leading health system where your contributions will directly impact patient care and laboratory efficiency. If you are passionate about laboratory services and ready to take on a leadership role, this opportunity is for you!

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related field required.
• Certification as a Medical Technologist or equivalent is essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise laboratory operations and personnel to ensure workflow efficiency.
• Coordinate the sending of specimens to reference laboratories.

Skills

Medical Technology

Management Principles

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology

Associate's degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

Bachelor's degree in Histotechnology

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cytotechnology

Job description

Supervisor Laboratory Afternoon Shift

Apply locations Camden Clark Medical Center (CCMC) time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR25-00081

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This position supervises the operation of laboratory services in assigned areas by supervising personnel and overseeing day-to-day workflow.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

For West Virginia Labs:
1. Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology (Medical Laboratory Science) or related field.
2. WV Licensure as a Laboratory Technologist within 90 days of hire.
3. Certification as a Medical Technologist by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT).

EXPERIENCE:
1. Four (4) years experience as a Medical Technologist.
OR
1. Associate's degree in Medical (Clinical) Laboratory Technology or related field.
2. WV Licensure as a Laboratory Technician within 90 days of hire.
3. Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT).
EXPERIENCE:
1. Four (4) years experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician.

OR
1. Bachelor's degree in Histotechnology.
2. Certified by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or equivalent agency as a Histotechnologist (HTL).
3. Licensed in the State of WV as a Laboratory Technician within 90 days of employment if performing specimen grossing.
EXPERIENCE:
1. Four (4) years experience as a Histotechnologist.
OR
1. Bachelor's or Master's degree from accredited cytotechnologist program.
2. Certified by the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP), or equivalent certifying agency as a Cytotechnologist.
3. Licensed by the state of West Virginia within 30 days of employment.
EXPERIENCE:
1. Three (3) years experience as a Cytotechnologist.

For Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Maryland Labs:
1. Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology (Medical Laboratory Science) or related field.
2. Certification as a Medical Technologist by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT).

EXPERIENCE:
1. Four (4) years experience as a Medical Technologist.
OR
1. Associate of Science degree in Medical (Clinical) Laboratory Technology or related field.
2. Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT).
EXPERIENCE:
1. Four (4) years experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician.

OR
1. Bachelor's degree in Histotechnology.
2. Certified by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or equivalent agency as a Histotechnologist (HTL).
EXPERIENCE:
1. Four (4) years experience as a Histotechnologist.
OR
1. Bachelor's degree in Cytotechnology.
2. Certified by the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP), or equivalent certifying agency as a Cytotechnologist.
EXPERIENCE:
1. Three (3) years experience as a Cytotechnologist.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Assist the Managers in the supervision of all lab areas to assure appropriate personnel coverage.
2. Participates in the orientation of new staff and provides input for staff’s annual performance appraisals, disciplinary actions and terminations.
3. Coordinates and ensures all Reference Laboratory specimens are sent to appropriate reference laboratory.
4. In conjunction with LIS personnel coordinates all computer downtime activities.
5. Operates and supervises the operation of laboratory equipment.
6. Solicits and provides input for the development and/or revision of standard operating procedures.
7. Maintains working knowledge of current hospital and lab administrative and safety policies.
8. Responds to customer inquiries and performs duties related to customer service.
9. Requests input and direction from the Medical Director(s) regarding medical and technical issues.
10. Organizes time, materials, and resources in an economical manner.
11. Participates in various activities to disseminate information to laboratory staff.
12. Maintains laboratory communication and ensures that new policies are available to staff.
13. Reviews quality control records and test results.
14. Assures daily completeness of all workload within established turnaround times.
15. Initiates effective communication with supervisory personnel and laboratory personnel.
16. May participate in the technical and theoretical instruction of residents and students.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

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

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

1. Cognizant of environmental factors, infection control issues.
2. Often loud, noisy environment.
3. Ability to tolerate foul or unpleasant specimen odors.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Demonstrate competency in service to different patient populations.
2. Knowledge in both medical technology and management principles.
3. Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Additional Job Description:

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Shift:

Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company: CCMC Camden Clark Medical Center

Cost Center: 112 CCMC Clinical Labs

Address: 800 Garfield Ave, Parkersburg, West Virginia

WVU Medicine is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We value diversity among our workforce and invite applications from all qualified applicants.

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The West Virginia University Health System, West Virginia's largest health system with more than 2,700 beds, is comprised of more than 20 hospitals, including a children's hospital and five institutes, all anchored by a 700-bed academic medical center in Morgantown, West Virginia. Learn more about WVU Medicine here: https://wvumedicine.org/about/