Technical Laboratory Lead - Transfusion Services/Full-Time/Days/Lutheran General

Major Responsibilities Acts as a resource and role model to employees, including training/orienting and providing day‑to‑day work direction. Provides general direction and technical assistance to Technical Specialists, Medical Technologists, Medical Laboratory Technicians, Phlebotomists, and support staff. Assigns, monitors, and reviews progress and accuracy of work, monitors productivity, maintains appropriate staffing levels, directs efforts, and provides guidance on more complex issues. Assists with human resource responsibilities, which may include interviewing and selection of new employees, staff development, resolution of employee concerns, and fostering employee morale. Assists in interpreting department policies and procedures, advises and updates staff on procedural changes, and works to improve the quality and efficiency of laboratory procedures, policies, and processes. Participates in policy/procedure review processes. Assists with preparation and monitoring of operating and capital budgets. Performs all duties of the technical and/or support staff. Serves as staff resource regarding technical and/or administrative policies and procedures. Documents all appropriate information for quality assurance/improvement according to established protocols. Utilizes laboratory information systems appropriately. Assists in developing education and training protocols and instructs staff as needed. Ensures compliance with all accrediting agency standards. Supports change efforts within the organization and contributes to their successful implementation. Maintains constructive and effective communication to enhance department performance. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the lifespan, can assess data reflecting patient status, and interpret appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age‑specific needs to provide the necessary care as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age‑specific information is further developed in the departmental job standards. Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required Medical Technologist (MT/MLS) certification issued by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or AMT. Education Required Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences, or Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related field. Experience Required Typically requires 2 years of experience in a laboratory related position. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. Maintains patient confidentiality in and out of the workplace. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Frequently lifts up to 10 lbs; occasionally up to 50 lbs. Must be able to sit, stand and walk for the majority of the workday. May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, explosive, radioactive and/or infectious agents. Will be exposed to human blood and body fluids. Must wear appropriate lab coat, gloves, gowns and eye and face protection as needed. Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job. #J-18808-Ljbffr Advocate Health Care