Clinical Lab Supervisor - Microbiology

Clinical Lab Supervisor - Microbiology

Allied Health --> Clinical Labs

New York, NY Full-Time/Regular

NYU Langone Health is a fully integrated health system that consistently achieves the best patient outcomes through a rigorous focus on quality that has resulted in some of the lowest mortality rates in the nation. U.S. News & World Report recently placed nine of its clinical specialties among the top five in the nation. NYU Langone offers a comprehensive range of medical services with one high standard of care across 6 inpatient locations, its Perlmutter Cancer Center, and over 320 outpatient locations in the New York area and Florida. With $14.2 billion in revenue this year, the system also includes two tuition-free medical schools, in Manhattan and on Long Island, and a vast research enterprise with over $1 billion in active awards from the National Institutes of Health.

Position Summary: We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Clinical Supervisor-Microbiology. In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for supervising the daily operation of the Clinical Microbiology laboratory.

Job Responsibilities:

• Supervises the daily operation of the Microbiology laboratory.
• Examines work cards and computer printouts to assure compliance.
• Explains to employees their responsibilities and standards of performance.
• Meets with senior staff to discuss work performance of other staff.
• Acts as a reference for Techs and offers guidance.
• Counsels subordinates as necessary.
• Exercises communications intra and inter departmentally.
• Routinely examines HIS and LIS systems recommending changes or enhancements.
• Maintains quality assurance and control records and programs.
• Assists in setting work standards, monitors and corrects deviations.
• Reviews results of daily QC and QA procedures. Prepares and submits monthly data to Director for review.
• Maintains QC manuals Re: media, instruments, reagents, etc., Maintains and updates lab manuals.
• Prepares and submits reports and plans as required by superiors.
• Submits reports and plans as requested by superiors in a timely fashion.
• Communicates the need for new policies and procedures to superiors.
• Helps develop short and long range plans for accomplishment of goals. Understands departmental goals and sets objectives to reach them.
• Plans training and development of staff. Recognizes staff needs and develops staff programs accordingly.
• Explains safety, infection control and emergency procedures thoroughly staff to pursue continuing education and seek professional growth.
• Trains staff effectively and maintains records of performance. Instructs staff on safety and infection control.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or Science.
• Minimum of five years experience in a clinical microbiology laboratory with supervisory/management responsibilities and knowledgeable in all areas of microbiology.
• Effective oral, written, communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications: Master's Science Degree in Microbiology with certification by American Academy of Microbiology or American Society for Clinical Pathology.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization. NYU Langone Health provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family. NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $145,220 - $159,000 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.