Supervisor Histocompatibility & Immunogenetics

Montgomery College; Tennessee; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative healthcare institution is seeking a Team Lead in Histocompatibility & Immunogenetics to oversee laboratory operations and ensure high-quality testing services. This role involves supervising a dedicated team, implementing quality control measures, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and relevant certifications, along with a passion for leading others in a dynamic environment. Join a collaborative team committed to excellence in patient care and laboratory services, where your expertise will make a significant impact.

Benefits

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Relocation Bonus

State-of-the-Art Lab Facilities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant work experience in histocompatibility and immunogenetics.
• Required certifications: Histocompatibility Specialist and Technologist.

Responsibilities

• Supervise team and optimize laboratory operations for quality standards.
• Develop and implement quality control programs and ensure compliance.

Skills

Histocompatibility Testing

Quality Management

People Management

Laboratory Practices

Operations Planning

Compliance

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Team Lead Histocompatibility & Immunogenetics

Apply locations Nashville, TN time type Full time posted on Posted Today job requisition id R-32148

Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center: Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of diverse individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health recognizes that diversity is essential for excellence and innovation. We are committed to an inclusive environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your diversity of culture, thinking, learning, and leading is sought and celebrated.

Organization: HLA Lab

Job Summary:

$10,000 SIGN ON BONUS RELOCATION BONUS
STATE OF THE ART LAB WITH WINDOWS
Knowledgeable in Histocompatibility Testing methodologies and associated software
Works closely with manager to supervise efficient integration and management of the team and operations to properly provide high complexity Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics laboratory services. Defines established performance standards and supervises training and education of the team. Supports consistent outcomes which meet or exceed quality standards. Plans, coordinates, and supervises the activities of personnel engaged in testing, analyzing, and resulting.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises daily activities and the team to optimize operational processes and meet quality performance standards within the Laboratory service.
• Supervises personnel, selects new employees, assures staff are properly trained and meet competencies, identifies training needs, responsible for performance evaluation.
• Develops and implements quality control/assurance program, including appropriate proficiency testing and peer review standards.
• Responsible for maintaining all required activities and documents to assure compliance with both regulatory and accreditation standards applicable to this laboratory.
• The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

• Business Results (Fundamental Awareness): Implements appropriate measures for attaining business results and tracks progress in meeting goals and objectives.
• Quality Management (Novice): Has provided continuous analysis and evaluation of assignment work processes, constantly striving for improvement.
• Operations Planning (Novice): Demonstrates ability to realistically anticipate resource needs and organize work within areas of direct responsibility.
• People Management (Novice): Conducts performance reviews and effectively delegates tasks to others.
• Compliance (Novice): Can explain and apply basic statutory instructions in normal situations on the job.
• Leadership (Novice): Sets the example in challenging and difficult situations.
• Laboratory Practices (Intermediate): Demonstrates mastery of laboratory practices in practical applications of a difficult nature.

Core Accountabilities:

• Organizational Impact: Plans and sets day-to-day objectives for the team.
• Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Resolves technical and operational problems.
• Breadth of Knowledge: Applies advanced subject matter knowledge within a specific technical area.
• Team Interaction: Leads/supervises a unit within a department.

Core Capabilities:

• Supporting Colleagues: Develops Self and Others.
• Builds and Maintains Relationships.
• Communicates Effectively.
• Delivering Excellent Services: Serves Others with Compassion.
• Solves Complex Problems.
• Offers Meaningful Advice and Support.
• Ensures Continuous Improvement.
• Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements.
• Demonstrates Accountability.
• Stewards Organizational Resources.
• Makes Data Driven Decisions.
• Generates New Ideas.
• Applies Technology.
• Adapts to Change.

Position Qualifications:

Responsibilities:

Certifications:

Histocompatibility Specialist - American College of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ACHI), Histocompatibility Technologist - American College of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ACHI), LIC-Licensed Medical Laboratory Supervisor - Tennessee Medical Lab Board.

Work Experience:

Relevant Work Experience

Experience Level:

5 years

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Vanderbilt Health recognizes that diversity is essential for excellence and innovation. We are committed to an inclusive environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and to the principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action. EOE/AA/Women/Minority/Vets/Disabled