Cytology Laboratory Supervisor
West Virginia University Hospital, Inc | |
United States, West Virginia, Morgantown | |
1 Medical Center Drive (Show on map) | |
Sep 17, 2024 | |
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This position supervises the operation of laboratory services in assigned areas by supervising personnel and overseeing day-to-day workflow.
Job Description MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE: For West Virginia Labs: 3. Certification as a Medical Technologist by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT). EXPERIENCE: 3. Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT). OR 3. Licensed in the State of WV as a Laboratory Technician within 90 days of employment if performing specimen grossing. For Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Maryland Labs: 2. Certification as a Medical Technologist by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT). EXPERIENCE: 2. Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT). 1. Four (4) years experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician. OR CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned. 1. Assist the Managers in the supervision of all lab areas to assure appropriate personnel coverage. Assist with ensuring adequate staffing and appropriate staff in support of the hospital's mission of patient care. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Ability to sit for extended periods of time. WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Cognizant of environmental factors, infection control issues and maintains a safe environment. SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 1. Demonstrate competency in service to different patient populations such as; Neonates, Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults and Geriatrics. Additional Job Description: The Cytology Laboratory Supervisor, under the direction of the Anatomic Pathology Manager and with oversight by the Director of Cytopathology, will serve as a member of the leadership team in the Pathology Department. The successful candidate will supervise the technical staff and oversee the technical day-to-day operations of the Cytopathology laboratory. They will assign work schedules for clinical Cytotechnologists and lab technicians in the Cytology laboratory. They will investigate, write, and implement technical procedures and policies relative to gynecologic and non-gynecologic cytology specimens. They will assist in monitoring and evaluating equipment, systems and supplies to ensure operational efficiency and reliability of results. The candidate will establish and maintain compliance with all applicable health and safety policies (Joint Commission, CAP, State and Federal guidelines). They will establish and maintain quality control practices consistent with state/federal and accrediting agencies laws/guidelines in conjunction with our hospital's mission. They will collaborate with other supervisors and staff within the department in identifying, planning, and implementing performance improvement projects. In addition, this candidate will function as a clinical Cytotechnologist to complete the workload within the Cytology laboratory. The candidate will also work with the University of Nebraska site coordinator to manage and balance the hospital clinical workflows with the expectations and education for University of Nebraska students. They will work in alignment with the department's educational mission and participate in the training of pathology residents, cytopathology fellows, medical students, and cytology students. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40Shift: Day (United States of America)Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Non-Exempt)Company: WVUH West Virginia University HospitalsCost Center: 115 WVUH Clinical Labs Anatomic PathologyAddress: 1 Medical Center Drive Morgantown West VirginiaWVU Medicine is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We value diversity among our workforce and invite applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, culture, gender, sexual orientation, sexual identity, gender identity and expression, socioeconomic status, language, national origin, religious affiliation, spiritual practice, age, mental and physical ability/disability or Veteran status. |