Job Description

6510-Histology - LMG - Laboratory Supervisor - Night Shift
Assists the Pathologists and Laboratory Manager in planning objectives and scope of laboratory services. Supervises daily activities, including proper staffing levels, to ensure accuracy, quality, and timeliness of services.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology with at least one year of training and/or experience in high complexity testing; or
• Associate degree in a laboratory science or medical technology with at least two years of training and/or experience in high complexity testing; or
• Have previously qualified or could have qualified as a general supervisor prior to 2/28/1992
• Current ASCP certification (HT)
• Minimum of 5 years experience as a Histotechnician

JOB RELATIONSHIPS:
• Reports to Director of Operations and Laboratory Manager

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Prolonged sitting
• Repetitive hand, wrist and shoulder motion
• Lifting up to 25 lbs. occasionally
• Detail oriented

EXAMPLE OF WORK PERFORMED
The omission of specific statements or descriptions does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.

ADMINISTRATIVE:
• Manages the daily activities of the laboratory to ensure quality services are rendered in an efficient and timely manner
• Maintains and assists with continual compliance as required by standards of accrediting or regulatory agencies
• Establishes and monitors the standards of accuracy, precision and efficiency in performance of laboratory tests or the operation of equipment. Takes corrective action and documents results.
• Maintains quality of laboratory work complying with accreditation standards.
• Assures compliance with laboratory safety and infection control policies.
• Monitor all quality assurance activities within the department.
• Assists with recruiting efforts and participates in the termination process as required.
• Monitors employee performance, completes and conducts periodic evaluations, counsels and disciplines as necessary in accordance with guidelines.
• Oversees employee schedules, approves timesheets, approves and monitors PTO to ensure availability to effectively handle daily activities.
• Trains and updates team on new policies/procedures.
• Accessible to the laboratory as needed for on-site, telephone, or electronic consultation.
• Able to perform all duties of a Histotechnician.

PROFESSIONAL:
• Support the priorities and decisions made by the Pathologists and Director of Operations.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to do detailed multi-tasks.
• Ability to deal effectively and professionally with others.
• Working knowledge of office equipment.