WVU Medicine
Laboratory Supervisor - Cytogenetics
WVU Medicine, Morgantown, West Virginia, United States, 26501
Core Duties and Responsibilities
Assist the Managers in the supervision of all lab areas to assure appropriate personnel coverage and adequate staffing. Participate in the orientation of new staff and provide input for staff’s annual performance appraisals, disciplinary actions and terminations based on documented performance. Coordinate and ensure all Reference Laboratory specimens are sent to appropriate reference laboratory and results are received within specified time frame. In conjunction with LIS personnel and technical staff coordinate all computer downtime activities in accordance with standard operating procedures. Operate and supervise the operation of laboratory equipment consistent with standard operating procedure and promptly prepare patient specimens in accordance with standard operating policies. Solicit and provide input for the development and/or revision of standard operating procedures and department policies. Maintain working knowledge of current hospital and lab administrative and safety policies/procedures and the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) if applicable. Respond to, research and answer customer inquiries and perform a variety of duties related to customer service in accordance with hospital and laboratory policies and procedures. Request input and direction, as needed, from the Medical Director(s), Administrative Director, and/or Manager(s) regarding medical and technical issues, employee training, quality assurance and quality control procedures. Organize time, materials and resources in an economical manner, prioritizing laboratory requests by assessing and adjusting workload and staffing to provide for optimal patient care and efficiency. Participate in staff meetings, in‑services, etc. to disseminate information to laboratory staff, allied health personnel, Medical Director(s), physicians and nurses by written and/or verbal means. Maintain laboratory communication and ensure that information concerning new policies and procedures is available to staff in a timely manner and is incorporated into routine policies and procedures. Review and evaluate, as needed, quality control records and test results to determine analytical errors, shifts and trends and correlate data to assure quality patient test results. Assist in organizing time, materials and resources in an economical manner, and prioritizing laboratory requests by assessing and arranging workload throughout all laboratory sections within the division. Assure daily completeness of all workload within established turnaround times by flexing organization of work according to test ordering status (e.g., routine, STAT, ASAP, emergency) and by reviewing pending test results (e.g., daily monitoring, turnaround studies). Initiate effective communication with supervisory personnel and all other laboratory personnel, other hospital departments and patient/public, as necessary to assure dissemination of information and the identification/resolution of problems in support of the hospital’s mission of patient care. May participate in the technical and theoretical instruction, supervision and evaluation of residents and students of the School of Medicine, as established by laboratory policies. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology, Cytotechnology, Histotechnology (Medical Laboratory Science) or related field. Associate’s Degree in Medical (Clinical) Laboratory Technology or related field. Current licensure as required by the state in which services will be provided:
WV – Licensed in Medical Laboratory Technician, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Cytotechnologist or Histotechnologist. PA – No State License requirement. OH – No State License requirement. MD – No State License requirement.
Four (4) years’ experience as a Medical Technologist, Medical Laboratory Technician, Histotechnologist or Cytotechnologist. Preferred Qualifications
One of the following national certifications through the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT):
Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) Cytotechnologist (CT) Histotechnologist (HTL)
Physical Requirements
1. Ability to sit for extended periods of time. 2. Must be able to lift or pull up to 25 pounds. Working Environment
1. Cognizant of environmental factors, infection control issues and maintains a safe environment. 2. Ability to tolerate foul or unpleasant specimen odors. Skills and Abilities
Demonstrate competency in service to different patient populations such as Neonates, Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults and Geriatrics. Knowledge in both medical technology and management principles. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Additional Job Description
Oversees daily operation of full‑service cytogenetics lab offering pre‑ and post‑natal testing for congenital and oncology specimen. Works with the Lab Manager, Technical Director and Laboratory Medical Director to ensure proper functioning of the lab. Creates patient reports for karyotypes and FISH including proper cytogenetic nomenclature for interpretation and review by Lab Medical Director. Provides input into performance evaluations of other laboratory personnel. Assist Technical Director in maintenance and update of procedure manual as well as validation of new tests. Assists in coordinating the orientation and training of new technologists. Responsible for staff compliance with test procedures and quality protocols. Closely monitors specimen turnaround time and coordinates daily workload and staffing requirements. Responsible for ensuring and maintaining quality control and quality assurance measures in the laboratory. Performs duties of cytogenetic technologist as needed. Equal Opportunity Employer
West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.
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Assist the Managers in the supervision of all lab areas to assure appropriate personnel coverage and adequate staffing. Participate in the orientation of new staff and provide input for staff’s annual performance appraisals, disciplinary actions and terminations based on documented performance. Coordinate and ensure all Reference Laboratory specimens are sent to appropriate reference laboratory and results are received within specified time frame. In conjunction with LIS personnel and technical staff coordinate all computer downtime activities in accordance with standard operating procedures. Operate and supervise the operation of laboratory equipment consistent with standard operating procedure and promptly prepare patient specimens in accordance with standard operating policies. Solicit and provide input for the development and/or revision of standard operating procedures and department policies. Maintain working knowledge of current hospital and lab administrative and safety policies/procedures and the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) if applicable. Respond to, research and answer customer inquiries and perform a variety of duties related to customer service in accordance with hospital and laboratory policies and procedures. Request input and direction, as needed, from the Medical Director(s), Administrative Director, and/or Manager(s) regarding medical and technical issues, employee training, quality assurance and quality control procedures. Organize time, materials and resources in an economical manner, prioritizing laboratory requests by assessing and adjusting workload and staffing to provide for optimal patient care and efficiency. Participate in staff meetings, in‑services, etc. to disseminate information to laboratory staff, allied health personnel, Medical Director(s), physicians and nurses by written and/or verbal means. Maintain laboratory communication and ensure that information concerning new policies and procedures is available to staff in a timely manner and is incorporated into routine policies and procedures. Review and evaluate, as needed, quality control records and test results to determine analytical errors, shifts and trends and correlate data to assure quality patient test results. Assist in organizing time, materials and resources in an economical manner, and prioritizing laboratory requests by assessing and arranging workload throughout all laboratory sections within the division. Assure daily completeness of all workload within established turnaround times by flexing organization of work according to test ordering status (e.g., routine, STAT, ASAP, emergency) and by reviewing pending test results (e.g., daily monitoring, turnaround studies). Initiate effective communication with supervisory personnel and all other laboratory personnel, other hospital departments and patient/public, as necessary to assure dissemination of information and the identification/resolution of problems in support of the hospital’s mission of patient care. May participate in the technical and theoretical instruction, supervision and evaluation of residents and students of the School of Medicine, as established by laboratory policies. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology, Cytotechnology, Histotechnology (Medical Laboratory Science) or related field. Associate’s Degree in Medical (Clinical) Laboratory Technology or related field. Current licensure as required by the state in which services will be provided:
WV – Licensed in Medical Laboratory Technician, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Cytotechnologist or Histotechnologist. PA – No State License requirement. OH – No State License requirement. MD – No State License requirement.
Four (4) years’ experience as a Medical Technologist, Medical Laboratory Technician, Histotechnologist or Cytotechnologist. Preferred Qualifications
One of the following national certifications through the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT):
Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) Cytotechnologist (CT) Histotechnologist (HTL)
Physical Requirements
1. Ability to sit for extended periods of time. 2. Must be able to lift or pull up to 25 pounds. Working Environment
1. Cognizant of environmental factors, infection control issues and maintains a safe environment. 2. Ability to tolerate foul or unpleasant specimen odors. Skills and Abilities
Demonstrate competency in service to different patient populations such as Neonates, Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults and Geriatrics. Knowledge in both medical technology and management principles. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Additional Job Description
Oversees daily operation of full‑service cytogenetics lab offering pre‑ and post‑natal testing for congenital and oncology specimen. Works with the Lab Manager, Technical Director and Laboratory Medical Director to ensure proper functioning of the lab. Creates patient reports for karyotypes and FISH including proper cytogenetic nomenclature for interpretation and review by Lab Medical Director. Provides input into performance evaluations of other laboratory personnel. Assist Technical Director in maintenance and update of procedure manual as well as validation of new tests. Assists in coordinating the orientation and training of new technologists. Responsible for staff compliance with test procedures and quality protocols. Closely monitors specimen turnaround time and coordinates daily workload and staffing requirements. Responsible for ensuring and maintaining quality control and quality assurance measures in the laboratory. Performs duties of cytogenetic technologist as needed. Equal Opportunity Employer
West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.
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