ASCT Services Inc
Laboratory Supervisor - Microbiology - First Shift
ASCT Services Inc, Durham, North Carolina, United States, 27703
Overview
At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together. About Duke University Health System Clinical Laboratories Pursue your passion for caring and innovation as a team member in the state-of-the-art Duke Health laboratories. Duke Health laboratories are College of American Pathologists accredited and Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments certified. The multidisciplinary team is committed to serving the rare and complex testing needs of Duke Health's diverse patient population by providing timely and accurate results, educating the next generation of laboratorians, scientists and physicians, and researching and developing the cutting-edge diagnostics of tomorrow. Laboratory Supervisor in the Microbiology Lab at Duke University Hospital. Full-time, first shift. Microbiology experience strongly preferred. Responsibilities
Supervise the work of laboratory personnel engaged in performing routine and specialized technical procedures, including planning laboratory work, evaluating work performed and handling procedural and technical laboratory problems. Develop and implement quality control programs to ensure reliability of testing procedures, proper function of laboratory equipment and compliance with federal regulations; prepare and maintain applicable records. Prepare technical reports reflecting volume of work, procedures utilized and test results; coordinate the preparation of reports and analyses setting forth progress, adverse trends and appropriate recommendations or conclusions. Participate in the development of new medical laboratory procedures and techniques; plan, develop and present workshops. Coordinate student rotations to include instruction in laboratory methods and procedures. Design appropriate work schedules for subordinate employees and plans daily work assignments to maintain an adequate personnel complement for laboratory efficiency. Supervise various personnel functions including, but not limited to interviewing, hiring, performance appraisals, promotions, transfers, and vacation schedules. Monitor Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Safety, and Inspection Control practices to assure compliance with internal and external regulations; maintain sufficient inventory of material supplies and equipment; utilize laboratory information systems and software. Communicate with patients, family, and other medical personnel to obtain information for laboratory records, explain procedures, clarify orders, and communicate status; interact with doctors, nurses and other healthcare providers as needed. Oversee the ancillary testing program including quality control, quality assurance, and development of policies and procedures; interpret accrediting agencies standards and translate requirements into policies and procedures; initiate corrective action as deficiencies are identified; coordinate on-site inspections. Provide advanced problem solving, troubleshooting, interpretation/consultation, verification of specimen quality and test results; stay current with technical and management developments including new lab procedures; demonstrate decision-making abilities in all aspects of performance. Required Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related field OR has met the minimal education and experience requirements as outlined by a nationally recognized Med Tech certifying body. Minimal CLIA requirements may be met by the employee for the tasks being performed, with discretionary modification on a case-by-case basis by the CLIA director as long as minimal CLIA requirements are met. Experience
5 years full time experience as a medical technologist in a clinical laboratory setting. Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification
ASCP, NCA or equivalent. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of laboratory safety and infection control procedures, standard precautions and hazardous chemical handling. Considerable knowledge of laboratory equipment, instrumentation and terminology. Considerable knowledge of clinical laboratory procedures; considerable knowledge of regulatory agencies standards. Ability to develop and refine procedures; ability to maintain effective reporting procedures and control workflow; ability to make accurate observations and written reports of test results. Ability to train, orient and evaluate the job performance of laboratory personnel; ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees. Ability to maintain inventory control systems and make budgetary projections; ability to schedule adequate numbers of competent staff on a day-to-day basis. Distinguishing characteristics: responsibility for day-to-day supervision of laboratory operation and personnel; formulate goals, assign objectives, and establish standards of practice; provide direct supervision of high complexity testing; monitor testing to ensure acceptable analytic performance; ensure remedial action is taken and documented for deviations; participate in proficiency testing and ensure quality control programs are effective. Equality and Inclusion Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas; all members of the community should feel secure and welcome, with contributions of all individuals respected and heard. All members have a responsibility to uphold these values. Essential Physical Job Functions : Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department. #J-18808-Ljbffr
At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together. About Duke University Health System Clinical Laboratories Pursue your passion for caring and innovation as a team member in the state-of-the-art Duke Health laboratories. Duke Health laboratories are College of American Pathologists accredited and Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments certified. The multidisciplinary team is committed to serving the rare and complex testing needs of Duke Health's diverse patient population by providing timely and accurate results, educating the next generation of laboratorians, scientists and physicians, and researching and developing the cutting-edge diagnostics of tomorrow. Laboratory Supervisor in the Microbiology Lab at Duke University Hospital. Full-time, first shift. Microbiology experience strongly preferred. Responsibilities
Supervise the work of laboratory personnel engaged in performing routine and specialized technical procedures, including planning laboratory work, evaluating work performed and handling procedural and technical laboratory problems. Develop and implement quality control programs to ensure reliability of testing procedures, proper function of laboratory equipment and compliance with federal regulations; prepare and maintain applicable records. Prepare technical reports reflecting volume of work, procedures utilized and test results; coordinate the preparation of reports and analyses setting forth progress, adverse trends and appropriate recommendations or conclusions. Participate in the development of new medical laboratory procedures and techniques; plan, develop and present workshops. Coordinate student rotations to include instruction in laboratory methods and procedures. Design appropriate work schedules for subordinate employees and plans daily work assignments to maintain an adequate personnel complement for laboratory efficiency. Supervise various personnel functions including, but not limited to interviewing, hiring, performance appraisals, promotions, transfers, and vacation schedules. Monitor Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Safety, and Inspection Control practices to assure compliance with internal and external regulations; maintain sufficient inventory of material supplies and equipment; utilize laboratory information systems and software. Communicate with patients, family, and other medical personnel to obtain information for laboratory records, explain procedures, clarify orders, and communicate status; interact with doctors, nurses and other healthcare providers as needed. Oversee the ancillary testing program including quality control, quality assurance, and development of policies and procedures; interpret accrediting agencies standards and translate requirements into policies and procedures; initiate corrective action as deficiencies are identified; coordinate on-site inspections. Provide advanced problem solving, troubleshooting, interpretation/consultation, verification of specimen quality and test results; stay current with technical and management developments including new lab procedures; demonstrate decision-making abilities in all aspects of performance. Required Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related field OR has met the minimal education and experience requirements as outlined by a nationally recognized Med Tech certifying body. Minimal CLIA requirements may be met by the employee for the tasks being performed, with discretionary modification on a case-by-case basis by the CLIA director as long as minimal CLIA requirements are met. Experience
5 years full time experience as a medical technologist in a clinical laboratory setting. Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification
ASCP, NCA or equivalent. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of laboratory safety and infection control procedures, standard precautions and hazardous chemical handling. Considerable knowledge of laboratory equipment, instrumentation and terminology. Considerable knowledge of clinical laboratory procedures; considerable knowledge of regulatory agencies standards. Ability to develop and refine procedures; ability to maintain effective reporting procedures and control workflow; ability to make accurate observations and written reports of test results. Ability to train, orient and evaluate the job performance of laboratory personnel; ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees. Ability to maintain inventory control systems and make budgetary projections; ability to schedule adequate numbers of competent staff on a day-to-day basis. Distinguishing characteristics: responsibility for day-to-day supervision of laboratory operation and personnel; formulate goals, assign objectives, and establish standards of practice; provide direct supervision of high complexity testing; monitor testing to ensure acceptable analytic performance; ensure remedial action is taken and documented for deviations; participate in proficiency testing and ensure quality control programs are effective. Equality and Inclusion Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas; all members of the community should feel secure and welcome, with contributions of all individuals respected and heard. All members have a responsibility to uphold these values. Essential Physical Job Functions : Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department. #J-18808-Ljbffr