Laboratory Specialist Supervisor 2nd Shift Accessioning Unit
Laboratory Specialist Supervisor 2nd Shift Accessioning Unit
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Description
Pay Grade: L
This is GRANT FUNDED POSITION subject to available grant funds.
Who we are.We protect lives.The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease injury and disability; promoting health and wellbeing; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.
What we offer.As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits so you can:- Make a Professional Impact Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live work and play
- Enjoy Workplace Flexibility Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents
- Work witha Dynamic and Diverse TeamCollaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
- Achieve Career Longevity Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a longterm career
- Take Part in a Handson Working Culture Unique culture of active engagement and problemsolving no matter your role
- Feel Pride in Where you Work Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you
The incumbent of this position supervises guides and/or instructs the work assignments of subordinate staff. In addition supervises daily operations compliance with safety procedures and reviews testing reports for validity and accuracy. Performs technical duties as required.Job Responsibilities
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Accessions specimens assuring proper temperatures are maintained during transportation that all specimens are properly identified and all specimens are in the correct containers for tests ordered.
- Will resolve complicated issues involving customer service and/or research complaints and inquiries from internal and external customers utilizing laboratory procedures or processes to respond to clients request.
- Communicates with the public internal customers and/or external customers to provide information and recommendations targeted to meet customer expectations.
- May enter data and/or process documents and records. The work includes operating standard office equipment.
- Works with manager on IT projects that directly and indirectly affect the Support Services Unit and Laboratory as a whole.
- Supervises and plans the work of assigned staff.
- Administers laboratory or section safety program.
- Analyzes laboratory findings to check the accuracy of the results.
- Develops standardizes evaluates and modifies procedures techniques and processes used in the preanalytical process.
- Establishes and monitors programs to ensure the accuracy of laboratory results.
- Implements and directs a quality assurance program which meets state and federal clinical laboratory licensure requirements.
- Operates calibrates and maintains equipment used in the preanalytical processes.
- Oversees compliance with State and Federal laboratory licensure requirements.
- Plans and manages laboratory or section operations.
- Provides on the job training and performance coaching for assigned staff.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate degree in a related science area from an accredited college or university certification as a Medical Technologist MT (ASCP) and four 4 years of jobrelated science experience; or two 2 years of experience at the lower level Medical/Clinical Specialist 3 (LSP012 or equivalent position.
- Must meet Federal CLIA 88 personnel requirements for General Supervisor in a highcomplexity laboratory. of molecular biology techniques such as PCR.
- Knowledge of CLIA regulations.
Education & Licensure Requirements:
Must possess an earned bachelors degree in biology microbiology chemistry or related fields; and must either be certified or eligible for certification by an accepted certifying agency. Must submit international evaluation if degree was granted by a foreign educational institution.
Must meet Federal CLIA 88 personnel requirements for General Supervisor in a highcomplexity laboratory. possess certification as a Medical Technologist (MT)at the time of hire
OR
2 Years of supervisory experience at the time of hire and pass an approved certifying examination within eighteen 18 months of hire date as a condition of employment.Desired qualifications and competencies:
These preferred experiences competencies and abilities are highly desirable for this position and will be considered when selecting the successful candidate.
- Demonstrated success supervising a work unit in a public health laboratory or regulated microbiology/molecular diagnostic laboratory.
- Effective organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to think critically and strategically.
- A collaborative team player with an open mindset who exhibits emotional intelligence.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with federal state and regional partners.
- The ability to work in a fastpaced team environment remain positive and poised under pressure and handle sensitive situations diplomatically and professionally.
- Exhibit professionalism honesty integrity and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to build and maintain good working relationships with multicultural and multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to foster an environment of inclusion where all employees are treated respectfully and are valued for their strengths.
Additional Information
Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and wellbeing.
The use of wellness breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in wellness activities generally in the form of two 15minute breaks or one 30minute break.
Employment Information
All approved teleworking employees must reside within the state of Georgia and depending on the responsibilities of the position must live within reasonable driving distance of the agencys primary worksite and beable to report to the office when required.
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.
DPH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree diploma licensure etc.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to preemployment drug screening and a criminal background check.
Relocation assistance will not be provided.
As an employee of DPH in the event of an identified emergency you may be required as a term and condition of employment to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA) email request by the closing date of this announcement to:
DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Due to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
