Supv Laboratory

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Haymarket (VA); On-site; USD 95,506,000 - 155,162,000; Full time

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Job summary

The University of Virginia’s UVA Community Health is seeking a Supervisory Laboratory role to lead and align laboratory operations across Community Health laboratories. The incumbent will supervise staff, ensure quality control, and manage HR-related activities within the department.

The position requires a clinical laboratory science background, a NAACLS/AMT/MLS credentialing path, and at least 3 years of CLS experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in medical technology or related field.
• 3 years of experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist.
• MLT Certification required upon hire; NAACLS/AMT/MLS certification within 18 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform a full range of laboratory tests with quality control.
• Assist in orientation and training of staff on equipment and procedures.
• Oversee laboratory operations with HR responsibilities.

Skills

Quality control

Troubleshooting

Communication

Independent work

Instrumentation knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in medical technology or related

NAACLS/AMT/MLS certification within 18 months

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Supv Laboratory

Job Code: SU1552

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Monday-Friday | 3pm-11:30pm | On-call as needed.

Supervisory position to improve operational support, align the organizational structure across Community Health laboratories, and enhance leadership capacity.

ABOUT US

We are ushering in a new era of healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Community Health, part of the world-class UVA Health academic health system, we are committed to caring for the whole person by building meaningful connections with our patients i n the local setting of UVA Health's community hospitals, outpatient locations, and provider offices. By combining our team's talent and expertise, the breadth of capabilities across the entire UVA Health system, and our dedication to community wellness, we are bringing expert care close to home.

As a member of the UVA Community Health team, individuals contribute to patient care decisions, support advanced medical technologies, and experience the satisfaction of making a difference in people's lives every day.

JOB TYPE

Classification: Exempt

Supervises Positions:

JOB SUMMARY

Employee is responsible for performing all laboratory procedures, including quality control, specimen collection, processing, testing, and reporting of lab results. Employee will also assist in the evaluation of new or modified techniques when required. They will advise and assist in the orientation and training of other personnel on equipment and software as necessary. They will also oversee lab operations for a department with HR responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Bachelor's Degree - from an accredited college or university in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical or biological science or equivalent. Successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Medical Laboratory Science program or certified as AMT or MLS within 18 months of hire with a MLT certification upon hire.

Experience:

3 years of experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist required

Licensure:

MLT Certification required upon hire. Successful completion of a NAACLS (National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences) accredited Medical Laboratory Science program or certified as AMT (American Medical Technologist) or MLS (Medical Laboratory Scientist) within 18 months of hire.

Additional Skills/Requirements Required:

All individuals certified ASCP beginning January 1, 2004, must participate and maintain ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) through the Certification Maintenance Program (CMP). All individuals who are certified AMT beginning January 1, 2006, must participate and maintain AMT Certification Continuation Program (CCP). Qualifies as a General Supervisor under CLIA 88 guidelines. Knowledge of current medical terminology to perform full range of laboratory tests. Knowledge of laboratory equipment and testing to perform quality control checks and troubleshooting of instrumentation. Knowledge of medical terminology to communicate with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results. Skill in performing a full range of laboratory tests. Skill in anticipating and reacting calmly to emergency situations. Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, hospital staff and the public. Ability to read and understand information about instrumentation in laboratory field. Ability to follow written protocols. Ability to work independently. Ability to communicate clearly.

Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred:

Specialist certifications from accreditation agencies.

Competencies:

• Patient Care: Shows a commitment to provide the highest level of patient care.
  • Collects, labels, and prepares specimens for testing.
  • Maintains required documentation for all lab procedures.
  • Processes requisitions for testing.Prepares and distributes reports.
• Teamwork: Cooperates within a team to achieve goals and deliverables.
  • Provides information and consultation to requestors.
  • Recognizes interdependencies with other areas and supports other staff as needed.
  • Shares and initiates regular and professional communication with co-workers.
  • Participates in regular staff meetings.
• Technical Competence: Uses knowledge that is acquired through training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job.
  • Performs competency and proficiency testing to assure maintenance of skills.
  • Completes educational activities to continually improve skills and assists consultants.
  • Participates in improvement of methods and processes.

The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demand Code:

Medium to Heavy Physical Demand: The job requires constant standing, frequently walking, and bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull 100 lbs. For any weight over 35 lbs., use Safe Handling Equipment. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Community Health.

OTHER

• May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: Yes
• On call responsibilities as directed: Yes
• Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes

The base compensation range for this role is $33.35 - $54.15 hourly.

Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education. Please note that the pay range does not include any applicable incentive compensation programs such as shift differentials, clinical ladders, and other incentives that may be available for those in eligible positions.

The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician's Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.