Supervisor Lab Jobs

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General Summary

Under the supervision of the Laboratory Director and Pathologist, organizes, supervises, and directs testing or Pre-Analytic functions in a specific laboratory section. This position requires practical as well as theoretical knowledge of test methodologies and full understanding of supervisory budgeting, quality control, quality assurance and inventory control concepts. This position also requires coordination and communication skills within the assigned departments as well as interaction with the medical and nursing staff to assist in the detection and management of disease and medical disorders. Patient contact and specimens from patients may include infants to adult-geriatric.

Mission

All employees are responsible for extending the mission and values of UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center by dedicating oneself to providing a broad continuum of quality health care services to improve the health status of the community we serve and its individual residents.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to Laboratory Director and Pathologists.

• Histology: Associate (AA) or Bachelor’s (BA or BS) degree from an accredited Histotechnologists program, OR completion of a certificate program or a NAACLS accredited histotechnician or histotechnologist training program with at least 7 years of comprehensive histology laboratory experience OR on-the-job training with at least 7 years of comprehensive histology laboratory experience. Lab experience must be in a Histopathology Lab in the U.S., Canada, or an accredited laboratory.
• Core Laboratory, Blood Bank, Cytology, Microbiology: Bachelor’s degree in clinical laboratory science, medical technology, or chemical, physical or biological science and5years training/experience in high complexity testing in area of specialty.

Working Conditions

Works inside a clean, well-lighted environment. May be exposed to frequent interruptions and multiple crisis situations. May be verbally abused by patients. May be exposed to hazardous chemicals and fumes. Potential for regular exposure to communicable disease and hazardous materials, requiring the observance of Standard Precautions and safe handling practices. The worker is subject to variations in room temperature. This position has been classified as medium exposure risk and requires the completion of an annual respirator mask fitting.

Physical Requirements

Standing, sitting, bending and walking is required 3-5 hours/shift. Involves lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling (up to 50 lbs.) 0-3 hours/shift. Includes reaching for, fingering, grasping and handling equipment/supplies 3-5 hours/shift. Requires hearing/listening for telephone/communication. Visual acuity is necessary to read labels, documents, microscopic slides, and for various instruments.

Must have manual dexterity for using keyboard and instrumentation. Color vision required for some laboratory procedures.