SUPERVISOR LAB (PATHOLOGY)

Supervisor Lab (Pathology)

Under the general direction of the Laboratory Director, coordinates the work performed in their respective section for all hospitals in the health system. Maintains procedure manuals and implements new procedures system wide according to the guidelines of the regulatory agencies. Supervises and participates in the evaluation of technical staff. Resolves equipment and procedure problems with service and technical representatives. Ensures an appropriate inventory of reagents and supplies. Accountable to serve as a technical/laboratory role model and resource in lab section. Supervises the activities of employees in a laboratory section ensuring timely, quality results and reports in compliance with all regulatory agencies and established policies and procedures. Maintains current knowledge in technological advancements in specific laboratory discipline that may be incorporated into operations of that area. Responsible for the standardization of procedures and cross training of staff across the system.

Essential job responsibilities include aligning department with strategy map, resolving problems, establishing a safe working environment, equitably applying policies, assessing customer needs, acting on urgent tasks, and providing clear direction. This position has direct supervisory responsibilities and serves as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.

Management responsibilities include hiring, coaching, skills development, recognition and rewards, staff productivity and performance management. Assists technologists and technicians within the department. Lead staff through employee engagement by assisting manager and system supervisors. Demonstrate proficiency in lab information systems. Other duties as assigned.

Required qualifications include a bachelor's degree or higher level of education from an accredited MT, MLT or clinical laboratory science program in the field of Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Chemical, Physical, or Biological Science and four (4) years of clinical laboratory experience. Zero to two (2) years supervisory/management experience in a clinical laboratory setting is also required. Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of functional area are necessary. Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience is required.

Position type/expected hours of work include being scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.) and travel may be expected locally between system locations.