DLO Reference Laboratory Supervisor

Diagnostic Laboratory of Oklahoma (DLO)

Location: Oklahoma City OK

Hours: Day Shift; hours varied based on business need

Essential Functions:

• Report to work on time and prepared for each scheduled shift
• Perform all assigned duties and processes including tasks for which you are fully qualified and those within your demonstrated capabilities
• Maintain a positive professional and supportive attitude throughout the workday
• Work collaboratively as a team member and contribute to a respectful productive work environment

• Oversee activities of the department distribute/assign work determine priorities schedule non-routine procedures.
• Perform supervisory functions for their assigned staff including interviewing hiring training and providing staff development through performance evaluation and corrective counseling.
• Perform advanced/specialized tests and other related laboratory techniques. May duplicate work of others to confirm test results. Re-evaluate methodology make recommended changes and assist in test interpretation. Determine if further testing should be done on samples or if test should be repeated.
• Check/approve all specialized and problem reports for accuracy.
• Initiate quality-control measures and monitor quality of work for adherence to laboratory standards.
• Perform duties of technologist as necessitated by absence or peak workload.
• Completes special projects as requested - surveys statistical reports studies research etc.
• Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe functional and sanitary condition.
• Complete training and competency checklists as appropriate.
• Adheres to all established CLIA HIPAA OSHA and laboratory safety requirements.
• Required to use (a) personal protective equipment (b) engineering controls and/or (c) practice controls as directed by management.
• Answer questions from clients or other lab personnel if applicable.
• Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections if needed.
• Other duties as assigned. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities but rather a general description of work performed by the position

Required Knowledge:

• Comprehensive theoretical and operational job knowledge in designated specialty required.
• Knowledge of organizational/departmental policies and procedures.

Required Skills:

• Proven leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Must be detail-oriented can work independently establish work priorities and handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency.
• Interpersonal and communication skills are necessary to deal courteously and effectively with employees co-workers and clients.
• Ability to deal with client information in a confidential manner.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word Excel and Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems.

Required Experience: Minimum 3-5 years full-time supervisory Generalist/Core experience

Special Requirements:

• The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects: Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally; objects 36 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted or carried and objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time.
• May be required to use a wide variety of manual and automated pipettes and laboratory instruments and apparatuses all of which demand significant manual dexterity.