Job Description:

Location:

Miramar, Florida


At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.



Summary:



Manages the daily operations of the department or assigned area/function to ensure alignment with departmental and organizational objectives.


**Shift: 7AM-3:30PM
- Needs to be able to work the bench when needed
- Familiar with QA and QC and Joint Commission, etc audits.



Responsibilities:



May act as the Laboratory Director when necessary.Investigates and recommends testing procedures to be used in the department in conjunction with the Medical and Laboratory directors.Manages staff relations including performance management, staff satisfaction, and conflict management. Performs and oversees scheduling, recruitment, payroll, and student engagements.Provides input to the budget as well as monitors expenses for the department. Prepares and monitors monthly personnel budget, operating budget and expenses with Laboratory Director.May perform method validations and ongoing method assessments.Prepares policies and procedures required to keep department in compliance with regulatory standards and inspection ready at all times (i.e., CAP, CLIA, OSHA, JCAHO, etc.).May report test results in a timely manner according to established laboratory protocols.Develops the training material and the competency assessment tools used by the department and ensures that all associated documentation is kept up-to-date.Monitors departmental budgets, regulatory compliance, departmental contracts, and vendor relations. Determines and justifies needs for systems/equipment/supplies purchases, monitors usage, and oversees proper working order and/or stock supplies.Assists with developing and implementing specific departmental goals, plans and regulatory standards, and objectives which directly support the strategic plan and vision of the organization.May perform accurate and appropriate testing of specimens received in the laboratory, according to established laboratory protocol and procedures.Maintains an in depth understanding of current instrumentation, procedural, regulatory and billing activity that applies to the department.



Competencies:



ACCOUNTABILITY, CLINICAL POLICIES AND STANDARDS, CUSTOMER SERVICE, HEALTHCARE REGULATORY ENVIRONMENT, LABORATORY QUALITY CONTROL, LEADING BY COACHING, MANAGING PEOPLE, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR



Education and Certification Requirements:



Bachelors (Required)Clinical Lab Supervisor License (SU LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)



Additional Job Information:



Complexity of Work: Advanced knowledge of laboratory procedures and instrumentation. Ability to effectively relate and communicate with internal and external customers. Advanced knowledge of laboratory information systems. Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Required Work Experience: Three (3) years of supervisory experience required. Other Information: Additional Education Info: Graduate of an accredited Medical Technologist or Medical Laboratory Scientist program



Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Bending and Stooping = 40%


• Climbing = 0%


• Keyboard Entry = 60%


• Kneeling = 40%


• Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 40%


• Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 40%


• Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 40%


• Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 20%


• Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 40%


• Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 40%


• Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 40%


• Reaching = 40%


• Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 0%


• Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 60%


• Running = 0%


• Sitting = 40%


• Squatting = 40%


• Standing = 60%


• Walking = 60%


• Audible Speech = 80%


• Hearing Acuity = 80%


• Smelling Acuity = 0%


• Taste Discrimination = 0%


• Depth Perception = 80%


• Distinguish Color = 80%


• Seeing - Far = 80%


• Seeing - Near = 80%


• Bio hazardous Waste = 40%


• Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 40%


• Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 40%


• Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 40%


• Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 40%


• Asbestos = 40%


• Cytotoxic Chemicals = 0%


• Dust = 40%


• Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 40%


• Hazardous Chemicals = 0%


• Hazardous Medication = 0%


• Latex = 40%


• Computer Monitor = 60%


• Domestic Animals = 0%


• Extreme Heat/Cold = 0%


• Fire Risk = 0%


• Hazardous Noise = 0%


• Heating Devices = 0%


• Hypoxia = 0%


• Laser/High Intensity Lights = 40%


• Magnetic Fields = 40%


• Moving Mechanical Parts = 40%


• Needles/Sharp Objects = 40%


• Potential Electric Shock = 20%


• Potential for Physical Assault = 20%


• Radiation = 40%


• Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%


• Unprotected Heights = 0%


• Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 40%

Shift:



Primarily for office workers - not eligible for shift differential



Disclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.


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