Job Summary
Performs routine and complex laboratory procedures involving the testing preparation and reporting of patient samples. Plans and oversees employee scheduling to ensure the effective operation of the section. This may include the coordination of the phlebotomy schedule and the development of quality service initiatives. Will evaluate and implement policies procedures schedules instrumentation that will enhance the efficiency effectiveness and standardization of the section(s). Assists management with employee performance review competency evaluations and training. Ensures all regulatory and compliance requirements are met.
Essential Functions
- Performs lab tests and analyzes specimens for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes and results.
- Responsible for new test validation and all associated records.
- Organizes directs and oversees daily activities establishes work flow pattern assists in establishing work performance standards and establishes work priorities ensuring regulatory requirements are met. Adjusts staffing assignments to work flow.
- Writes/recommends/assists with implementation of department policies and procedures.
- Participates in ongoing performance monitoring and identifies opportunities to improve staff performance. Evaluates performance of departmental staff submits input about work performance and supplies documentation for disciplinary action.
Maintains department and equipment in a condition to promote efficiency quality control and safety to staff. Develops and monitors preventative maintenance program and communicates any equipment malfunctions to appropriate people. Completes proficiency testing and quality control evaluations and analysis for site(s) for which they are responsible.- Maintains inventory of materials forms and supplies according to department standards. Makes recommendations for capital equipment as needed.
- Assesses the educational needs of patients staff and other members of the health care team and develops implements evaluates and revises educational inservices / programs to meet those needs. Oversees the training of students and new staff. Writes yearly competency test for staff.
Qualifications
- Required Bachelors Degree in Science Medical Technology or related field (excludes Toxicology Department)
- Required Bachelors Degree in Chemistry Biology or health related field (Toxicology Department only)
- 5 years of relevant experience Related work experience Required
- Recent experience with Toxicology instrumentation (Toxicology Department only) Preferred
- CRTMedical Laboratory Technician (MLT) ASCP American Society for Clinical Pathology Excludes Toxicology required Or
- CRTMedical Laboratory Scientist ASCP American Society for Clinical Pathology required Or
- CRTMedical Laboratory Technician (MLT) NCA National Certification Agency Excludes Toxicology required Or
- CRTDiplomate in Laboratory Management (DLM) ASCP American Society for Clinical Pathology Excludes Toxicology required Or
- CRTCytotechnologist ASCP American Society for Clinical Pathology Cytology Dept Only required
- CRTToxicology Specialist Registered (TOXIC) ASCP American Society for Clinical Pathology Toxicology Dept Only required Or
- CRTClinical Toxicology AACC American Association for Clinical Chemistry Toxicology Dept Only required
- CRTMolecular Biology Technologist ASCP American Society for Clinical Pathology Molecular Dept Only required
- CRTBlood Banking Specialist (BBS) ASCP American Society for Clinical Pathology preferred Or
- CRTBlood Banking Technologist (BBT) ASCP American Society for Clinical Pathology preferred
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Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
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Primary Location
SITE Lakeland Hospital St Joseph 1234 Napier Ave St Joseph
Department Name
Lab St Joseph
Employment Type
Full time
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Weekly Scheduled Hours
40
Hours of Work
6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Days Worked
Monday through Friday
Weekend Frequency
N/A
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