Special Chemistry Supervisor

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The Special Chemistry Supervisor works closely with the laboratory manager and laboratory director toward oversight of the daily operation of the laboratory with an emphasis on quality assurance operations personnel assignments leadership and interpretive skills to provided quality laboratory results.

In this role you will:
Assist with procedures test validation QC and QA programs
Oversee operations and schedule personnel for designated areas
Develop staff to meet new or existing goals
Performs all assays according to the laboratorys protocols and procedures establishes validity test results accurately transcribes reviews and reports tests results performs all necessary computer functions in order to manage tests data verifies test procedures and establishes the laboratorys performance criteria
Responsible for conducting routine group and individual meetings to provide feedback get ideas and work collaboratively for improvements.
Analyzes laboratory findings to check the accuracy of the results
Ensures that patients results are not reported until all corrective action has been taken and test systems are functioning properly
Performs routine maintenance calibration and standardization on all instruments within an established time frame
Keeps and/or facilities accurate and up-to-date records of maintenance performance and quality control checks. Recognizes any malfunction of instruments and takes immediate corrective action to restore proper operation of instruments.
Notifies leadership when test results will be delayed and further works to provide information to clients when appropriate
Follows all safety policies including but not limited to general safety hazardous communication Chemical Hygiene Plan and Blood Borne Pathogens.
Adheres to professional ethical standards. Maintains verifiable records according to published retention policies
As necessary accepts other assignments that may include coordination with other leadership or serving as their back-up as situations arise

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent and successfully passed an MT or MLS certification.

EXPERIENCE
Knowledge of laboratory procedures as normally acquired through a minimum of 4 years of laboratory experience. Previous supervisory experience preferred. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills required.

LICENSURE REGISTRATION CERTIFICATION
Certification by ASCP or equivalent and possesses a current supervisors license with the State of Tennessee

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Work requires some physical effort. Frequent walking sitting standing typing grasping and twisting with both hands. Lifting or performing other work requiring light physical exertion (up to 30 pounds) is required.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Work involves frequent exposure to unpleasant working conditions or undesirable elements; may involve exposure to a variety or elements which are potentially hazardous or harmful and require exercise of well-defined precautions for protection from injury or illness.

American Esoteric Laboratories (AEL) is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

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