JOB SUMMARY:

• This position exists to oversee laboratory testing on patient specimens performed in a specific area (Chemistry, Hematology, Blood Bank or Microbiology).
• Maintains records of performance and utilizes independent judgment to oversee acceptable test results within quality control standards.
• May act as a key resource person for team members inside and outside of the department.
• Instructs team members on laboratory procedures and techniques to ensure accurate lab results.
• Plans, organizes, and directs the flow so all applicable regulations are met.
• This position assumes responsibility for quality control procedures, instrument function checks, inventory, quality assurance, and any maintenance procedures in assigned areas.
• Responsible for team member training and competency.
• Performs all tasks according to standard operating procedures.
• May work on the development and modification of procedures and assumes additional responsibilities as outlined by management or the laboratory director.
• The person that fills this position will remain competent to work in the specified department as well as in other areas of the laboratory.

QUALIFICATIONS:

JOB SPECIFIC CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Evaluate and troubleshoot quality control variances.
• Supply management.
• Review completed results in computer.
• Update procedures and evidence binders to meet regulatory standards.
• Meet criteria of Lab Tech II.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Must be able to accurately produce test results and evaluate variances.
• This position requires the ability to accurately sort and distribute all types of body fluids, tissues, and other specimens brought to the lab for analysis.
• This position requires variable work hours and weekend/holiday rotation.
• Must be capable of consistent, independent judgement under fluctuating workload pressure.
• Must be able to communicate technical information clearly, both in directly and by phone.
• Requires the ability to move rapidly from location to location within the hospital.
• Interact with physicians, nursing units, and co-workers concerning questions or problems identified on the shift.
• Act as a liaison between co-workers on the shift and the supervisor to assure staff concerns are addressed and that the hospital/lab interests are fairly represented.
• Model compliance with lab and hospital safety rules with regards to wearing gloves, lab coats and/or PPE.
• Notifies the supervisor of any performance trends identified, of any unresolved problems on the shift, between shifts, or with other departments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EXPECTED BEHAVIORS:

• Must possess the qualities of integrity and good judgement.
• Must maintain good physical and emotional well-being.
• Must maintain qualities agreed to in Patients First Commitment (Attitude/Demeanor, Respect, Teamwork, Accountability/Initiative, Communication and Dedication to Excellence).
• Strong organization skills and ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrates customer service skills and the ability to investigate and address system improvements for the advancement of the laboratory.
• Must display good interpersonal, organizational, and written/verbal skills.