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HonorHealth · 1 day ago

Laboratory Shift Supervisor

HonorHealth is one of Arizona’s largest nonprofit healthcare systems, dedicated to improving the health and well-being of communities across Arizona. The Laboratory Shift Supervisor will oversee daily laboratory operations, including staff management, specimen allocation, and analytical testing, ensuring high-quality laboratory performance and compliance with safety standards.

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Responsibilities

Supervises the daily laboratory operations, including work schedules, work assignments, receipt and allocation of specimens for testing, time card modifications, evaluations and counseling of staff
Responsible for all areas of the laboratory and their corresponding team members who are assigned to Hematology, Chemistry, Blood Bank, Processing, Phlebotomy and Microbiology (if applicable) during their assigned shift
Performs analytical testing in the laboratory, document quality control, perform preventative maintenance and instrument troubleshooting
Evaluates and verifies the suitability of specimens received and prepares these specimens for analysis in an accurate and efficient manner, while assuring the timeliness of results
Performs routine and specialized testing using appropriate laboratory instrumentation/equipment following prescribed policies, procedures and defined standards of performance
Studies, evaluates and performs technical aspects of procedures in use
Clinical correlation of results with other known patient parameters is incorporated in result verification per department procedure
Critical results are reported and documented per Laboratory policy
Keeps Technical Supervisor and Manager informed of activities including unusual patient data and results along with personnel issues or concerns
Determines and modifies bench assignments and ensures all staff members rotate assignments routinely
Assists managers with interviewing and making recommendations for hiring personnel
Evaluates employee performance, recognizes their achievements, counsels and disciplines them as necessary
Assists Manager with investigation of written and formal actions
Monitors staff to ensure standards of performance are met and that staff comply with all OSHA and department safety policies and procedures
Conducts performance checks and calibrations of laboratory instrumentation within assigned laboratory sections
Evaluates reagents, media and standards according to established criteria
Conducts, documents, monitors and evaluates established quality control or quality assurance procedures on analytical tests, reagents, equipment and products, implementing corrective action protocols when indicated
Assists in the preparation, analysis and reporting of proficiency testing samples
Participates in the review of proficiency testing results, in the identification of problem areas and in formulating plans for corrective action
Assists in the preparation of the laboratory for on-site regulatory inspections
Performs and documents instrument function verification checks and preventative maintenance on all equipment consistent with department policies and procedures
Instrument malfunctions are recognized and troubleshooting procedures are initiated in a timely manner per department policies and procedures
May participate in the evaluation, correlation and verification of instrument or procedure performance
Participates in the orientation of new employees to policies and procedures in assigned laboratory sections
Participates in the education of students in assigned laboratory sections

Qualification

Laboratory Operations ManagementAnalytical TestingQuality Control ProceduresSupervisory ExperienceInstrument TroubleshootingRegulatory ComplianceTrainingDevelopmentCommunication SkillsTeam LeadershipProblem SolvingTime Management

Required

Associate's Degree Of Science of Medical Lab Technician - Required
3 years related experience - Required

Preferred

Bachelor's Degree of Science in Medical Technology - Preferred
2 years supervisory experience - Preferred
MT (ASCP), CLS (NCA), AMT or equivalent - Preferred

Benefits

Diverse benefits portfolio for our full-time and part-time team members designed to help you and your family live your best lives

Company

HonorHealth

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HonorHealth represent integrity & honesty and honor your right to personalized, easy-to-navigate healthcare.

H1B Sponsorship

HonorHealth has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Funding

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Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Todd LaPorte
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