Cytology Laboratory Supervisor

Cytology Laboratory Supervisor

Under general direction supervises and coordinates the day-to-day operation of the laboratory department. Reports any issues to one up that may affect the quality of testing and/or care of our patients. Is responsible for the day-to-day operations and staffing.

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.

• Directs department activities of the laboratory section with an emphasis on operational functions as needed for quality care.

• Assists with administrative task such as accreditation application, recruiting and interviews and performance evaluations.

• Manages equipment, materials, and supplies required in the section.

• Reports to Manager or designee and assists by performing duties delegated.

• Works at the bench when needed.

• Takes call when needed.

• Complies with and enforces all hospital and laboratory safety policies and procedures including the appropriate us of PPE.

• Posts monthly schedule and modifies as necessary.

• Makes routine job assignments in a timely manner.

• Monitors staff attendance and provides manager with information after each pay period.

• Sets up new methodologies, develops procedural protocols. Can be an owner, writer, and reviewer for lab procedures.

• Assumes responsibility of own professional development and acts as a mentor for others.

• Assists with the training and mentoring of new staff.

• Reviews daily reports and ensures all testing is completed correctly and in a timely manner.

• Maintains department records and logs. Evaluates for process improvement.

• Participates in performance improvement activities and supports the quality assurance coordinator and/or manager in meeting regulatory and accreditation standards.

• Participates in laboratory quality activities including quality monitoring and auditing, occurrence/deviation documentation and performance improvement. Documents deviations in patient safety software.

• Addresses policy deviations or behavioral issues in real time. Documents and reports those issues to the manager and/or one up for documentation and follow up in Workday.

• Conducts team huddles and in-services with departments and clients the laboratory supports.

• Completes annual competency assessment and is a qualified evaluator.

• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in science required.

• Experience: Five (5) years of experience in cytology required. 1 to 3 years of progressive leadership experience required.

• License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Cytotechnologist (CT) or Specialist in Cytotechnology (SCT) with the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) required.

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Must be able to work as part of a team and follow instructions.

• Must be able to consistently and dependably report to work as scheduled.

• Must be able to lead a team to complete a goal.

• Ability to maintain accurate records and work accurately with names, numbers, and codes.

• Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential information and exercise sound judgment.

• Must be able to multi-task and remain calm in stressful situations.

• Must possess ability to understand various operations, policies, and procedures.

• Ability to work and communicate with co-workers and other caregivers, and meet their needs in a professional, polite, courteous, compassionate, and cooperative manner.

• Must display a high level of initiative, effort and commitment towards establishing priorities and completing assignments efficiently.

• Ability to work with minimum supervision and demonstrate attention to detail.

• Advanced knowledge of current laboratory practices, techniques and terminology.

• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills.

• Must be able to organize and evaluate work requirement to meet deadline.

• General knowledge of supervisory functions such as ability to solve provider problems, performance improvement tools, etc.