Pathology Lab Supervisor - Clinical Laboratory Technologist
Premier Medical Group of the Hudson Valley
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Pathology Laboratory Supervisor
DEPARTMENT: Laboratory
STATUS: Full-time REPORTS TO: Laboratory Director and Director of Corporate Administration
DATE: June 2024
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Lab Supervisor functions as the managing technologist, under the guidance of the Lab Director, and is responsible for being part of a multi-disciplinary team in the planning, development and implementation of objectives for the Lab. The Lab Supervisor is responsible for coordinating all technical and logistical functions to ensure prompt and accurate testing and reporting of results for all laboratory samples within established timeframes. The Lab Supervisor functions within the scope of practice regulated by State and National government as well as various accrediting agencies.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
+ Works as a bench technologist approximately 50% of the time, microbiology, histology (grossing), urine cytology and urine FISH patient samples, semen analysis, urinalysis.
+ Supervise all PMG laboratory staff. Performs all personnel functions for all laboratory staff including approving PTO, preparing bi-weekly time sheets, and completing all annual evaluations.
+ Oversee daily operations of clinical and pathology laboratory, including LIS and interfaces with EMR, and equipment maintenance agreements.
+ Maintains all laboratory records and procedure manuals in accordance with regulatory requirements.
+ Monitors laboratory performance for compliance with accreditation, federal, and state regulatory requirements and reports deficiencies to administration.
+ Performs annual CLEP permit renewal including compiling GAR(Gross Annual Receipts) totals
+ Writes/updates lab policies and SOPs as necessary.
+ Analyzes new tests to be implemented at PMG and assists in equipment acquisition and validation studies before new process put into use in conjunction with the Laboratory Medical Director.
+ Acquires appropriate proficiency testing material that meets NYSDOH guidelines. Reviews, results, and provides corrective action as needed.
+ Has an active HCS(Health Commerce System)as a coordinator to report in ECLRS and perform eCLEP duties
+ Ensures competencies are performed by all staff on hire, in six months, and annually
+ Ensures licensed medical technicians, technologists, and histo techs perform 12 hours of continuing education annually
+ Responsible for all equipment maintenance schedules/service contracts and facilitating repairs
+ Facilitates testing for xylene and formalin exposure for Pathology employees upon hire and annually
+ Performs specimen audit for each section of the laboratory and annual review of each audit performed to ensure corrections maintained
+ Prepare agenda and compile reports for quarterly Pathology quality meetings. Prepare minutes from meeting.
+ Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
+ Bachelor’s degree and current NYS Medical Technologist license required.
+ Minimum of 6 years of experience as a Medical Technologist
+ Previous leadership experience in a NYS certified lab recommended
+ Previous experience with histology and microbiology processes preferred
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
+ Excellent attention to detail
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills
+ Ability to work effectively in a team environment
+ Ability to work and communicate with a diverse group of individuals
Premier Medical Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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