Cleveland Clinic
Laboratory Supervisor - Molecular Pathology
Laboratory Supervisor - Molecular Pathology at Cleveland Clinic. The role provides technical and scientific oversight of the laboratory, including day-to-day operations, supervision of personnel performing testing, and ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of test result reporting. Typical work day is 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Responsibilities
Participate in verifying test procedures performed and establishing the laboratory's test performance characteristics, including precision and accuracy of tests and test systems. Ensure enrollment and participation in an HHS-approved proficiency testing program commensurate with the services offered. Establish a quality control program appropriate for the testing performed and set parameters for acceptable analytic performance; maintain these levels throughout the testing process from specimen receipt to reporting of results. Resolve technical and operational problems and take remedial actions when test systems deviate from established performance specifications. Ensure patient test results are not reported until corrective actions have been completed and the test system is functioning properly. Identify training needs and ensure regular in-service training and education for staff performing tests. Evaluate and document the competency of all testing personnel to perform test procedures and report results promptly and accurately. Ensure competency of staff in areas of responsibility for moderately or highly complex testing. Evaluate competency of testing personnel at least semiannually during the first year of patient specimen testing and annually thereafter; include direct observations and review of quality control, proficiency testing, and maintenance records. Supervise staff, including staffing, hiring, orientation, scheduling, evaluation, and development (including continuing education initiatives). Minimum qualifications
Pattern I: Bachelor’s degree in chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution; 5 years of clinical laboratory training or experience in high-complexity testing; 3–5 years of clinical laboratory leadership experience preferred. Pattern II (Histology and Cytology): Bachelor’s degree from a 4-year college or university; ASCP qualifications for Histotechnologist (HTL) and Cytotechnologist (CT); meets CLIA requirements for Cytotechnologist; Diploma/transcripts required; education verified; translations for non-U.S. education if applicable. Preferred qualifications
3+ years of Cytogenetics and FISH testing experience. MLS (ASCP) or ASCP eligible (Clinical Pathology) or HTL/CT/ASCP eligible (Anatomic Pathology). Two years of clinical laboratory management or supervisory experience. Appropriate clinical laboratory training/experience, including medical technology internship or full-time non-waived testing experience; part-time non-waived testing with 2080 hours equivalent to one year. Physical requirements
Visual acuity to study specimens under a microscope; color vision and color differentiation. Fine motor skills and manual dexterity for handling specimens and laboratory equipment. Ability to stand for long periods and perform light lifting as needed. Exposure to hazardous chemicals, biohazards, and potentially radioactive materials. Personal Protective Equipment
Follows standard precautions and uses required personal protective equipment. Additional information
For benefits and additional information, see the Cleveland Clinic benefits page: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/
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Laboratory Supervisor - Molecular Pathology at Cleveland Clinic. The role provides technical and scientific oversight of the laboratory, including day-to-day operations, supervision of personnel performing testing, and ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of test result reporting. Typical work day is 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Responsibilities
Participate in verifying test procedures performed and establishing the laboratory's test performance characteristics, including precision and accuracy of tests and test systems. Ensure enrollment and participation in an HHS-approved proficiency testing program commensurate with the services offered. Establish a quality control program appropriate for the testing performed and set parameters for acceptable analytic performance; maintain these levels throughout the testing process from specimen receipt to reporting of results. Resolve technical and operational problems and take remedial actions when test systems deviate from established performance specifications. Ensure patient test results are not reported until corrective actions have been completed and the test system is functioning properly. Identify training needs and ensure regular in-service training and education for staff performing tests. Evaluate and document the competency of all testing personnel to perform test procedures and report results promptly and accurately. Ensure competency of staff in areas of responsibility for moderately or highly complex testing. Evaluate competency of testing personnel at least semiannually during the first year of patient specimen testing and annually thereafter; include direct observations and review of quality control, proficiency testing, and maintenance records. Supervise staff, including staffing, hiring, orientation, scheduling, evaluation, and development (including continuing education initiatives). Minimum qualifications
Pattern I: Bachelor’s degree in chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution; 5 years of clinical laboratory training or experience in high-complexity testing; 3–5 years of clinical laboratory leadership experience preferred. Pattern II (Histology and Cytology): Bachelor’s degree from a 4-year college or university; ASCP qualifications for Histotechnologist (HTL) and Cytotechnologist (CT); meets CLIA requirements for Cytotechnologist; Diploma/transcripts required; education verified; translations for non-U.S. education if applicable. Preferred qualifications
3+ years of Cytogenetics and FISH testing experience. MLS (ASCP) or ASCP eligible (Clinical Pathology) or HTL/CT/ASCP eligible (Anatomic Pathology). Two years of clinical laboratory management or supervisory experience. Appropriate clinical laboratory training/experience, including medical technology internship or full-time non-waived testing experience; part-time non-waived testing with 2080 hours equivalent to one year. Physical requirements
Visual acuity to study specimens under a microscope; color vision and color differentiation. Fine motor skills and manual dexterity for handling specimens and laboratory equipment. Ability to stand for long periods and perform light lifting as needed. Exposure to hazardous chemicals, biohazards, and potentially radioactive materials. Personal Protective Equipment
Follows standard precautions and uses required personal protective equipment. Additional information
For benefits and additional information, see the Cleveland Clinic benefits page: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/
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