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Company Description

Healthcare

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Job Description

DEPARTMENT SUPERVISOR

1+ to 2 years experience

Visa candidates welcome

Ideal candidates for this position will have previous clinical lab experience.Demonstrates an understanding of the theory and scientific principles of laboratory testing as well as the technical, procedural and problem solving aspects. Correlates abnormal laboratory data with pathological states, determines the validity of test results and the need for additional tests. Determines the validity of test results through the monitoring and/or verifying of quality controls, standards, etc. Reviews test results, reference ranges, specimen requirements, and other pertinent information to authorized sources. May function in an educator or consultant capacity within a medical laboratory setting. Provides instruction and training in theory, technical skills, safety protocols, and the application of laboratory test protocols. Participates in and may provide continuing education and professional development for laboratory personnel. Participates in, and may be delegated responsibility for, decisions involving the quality control programs, continuing quality improvement programs (quality assurance), instrument and methodology selection, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, safety procedures, purchase of laboratory supplies, inventory control, test selection/utilization, computer/statistical data and database functions. Investigates problem areas and recommends improvements. Other duties as assigned.

Supervises the technical and administrative functions. Acts as a technical resource for team members. Collaborates to achieve the organizational goals. Implements goals consistent with assigned clinical and nonclinical units.Supervises employees in daily operations. Maintains staffing levels, approves and schedules paid time off and leave requests. Provides leadership and training. Coordinates and provides orientation, education and training. Ensures cross coverage.Develops effective work team. Proactively identifies opportunities to improve procedures and processes. Encourages and supports morale building activities and positive attitudes.Communicates with employees and provides orientation on policies.Analyzes workflow and procedures. Identifies and implements opportunities to improve speed, quality and effectiveness. Leads and implements large process improvement projects.Performs other duties as assigned

EDUCATION: Bachelor's Degree required. Knowledge of supervision, training/development, public relations and project management practices. Additional years of supervisory or leadership experience may offset degree requirement.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION: None

COMPLEXITY OF WORK: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to take appropriate action in a stressful environment.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: Minimum four years supervisory experience. Healthcare experience in a large organization preferred. Additional years of experience may offset degree requirement.

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