Laboratory Supervisor - Blood Bank

Company: OU Medicine
Location: Oklahoma City
Posted on: April 8, 2021

Job Description:

Under general direction supervises and coordinates the day-to-day operation of the laboratory department. Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.

• Directs campus wide department activities of a laboratory section with an emphasis on operational functions as needed for quality care
• Recruits and evaluates personnel in the department.
• Manages equipment, materials, and supplies required in the section
• Reports to Manager and performs duties delegated by Manager
• Assists in orientation of new Blood Bank/HPC personnel, promoting teamwork, positive attitude, initiative, and professionalism.
• Makes decisions of moderate to complex difficulty according to the policies and procedures of the department and the hospital.
• On a daily basis, interacts and responds to physicians and fellow hospital staff in a professional manner, remembering that patient care is our first concern. Handles confidential information regarding patient records.
• Maintain staff schedules and ensure appropriate coverage for staff absences.
• Monitor employee attendance, no lunches, PTO, and overtime.
• Provide staff coverage for continuing education opportunities. Conduct team huddles and in-services.
• Prepare new employee training materials. Track and monitor staff training. Ensure initial, 6 month, and annual competencies are completed and submitted to Medical Director by due date indicated.
• Assist manager with capital equipment needs and strategic planning for the department and the organization.
• Monitor staff compliance with all departmental and hospital procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements.
• Works at the bench when needed General Responsibilities:
  • Performs other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications: Education: Graduate of MT/MLS/CLS program Experience: 4 years' experience in a clinical laboratory. Licensure/Certifications/Registrations Required: National certification as a medical technologist or medical laboratory scientist by a recognized organization (ASCP or AMT). Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
    • Knowledge of supervisory functions such as ability to solve customer problems, performance improvement tools, etc.
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills.--
    • Must able to prioritize and manage several tasks at one time.
    • Exhibits problem-solving abilities in areas such as testing for blood group antigens, compatibility, antibody identification, investigating abnormalities such as hemolytic diseases of the newborn, hemolytic anemias, adverse reactions to transfusion, and supporting healthcare providers in transfusion therapy for patients with coagulopathies, or candidates for organ and cellular transplantation therapy.
    • Demonstrates a high level of integrity and honesty in maintaining confidentiality. Maintains professional growth and development through continuing education activities. Current OU Medicine Employees - Please click HERE to login. OU Medicine, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family. Posted 9 Days Ago Full time R0008868 About Us OU Medicine - along with its academic partner, the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center - is the state's only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. OU Medicine serves Oklahoma and the region with the state's only freestanding children's hospital, the only National Cancer Institute-Designated Stephenson Cancer Center as well as Oklahoma's flagship hospital, OU Medical Center, which serves as the state's only Level 1 trauma center, and OU Medical Center Edmond in the heart of the Edmond community. OU Medical Center was recently recognized as a Top 100 Hospital by Becker's. Experts in prevention, treatment and cures, our team works to improve lives through innovation in medical care, education and research, while investing in the people, technologies and facilities that will enable us to achieve our goals. We are seeking individuals who have a passion and talent for caring for others. By joining our team, you will provide quality health care to our community through the work you do every day. We provide clinical and non-clinical opportunities to further your career and we invite you to explore our available positions. Equal employment opportunities are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or protected veteran status in accordance with applicable federal laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Reasonable accommodations are made to the known physical and mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities.

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