Chemistry Supervisor
AHMC Healthcare
This is a Contract position in Anaheim, CA posted January 16, 2022.
Schedules, coordinates and monitors the day to day operational functions of Chemistry section. Implements quality standards and provides oversight of section processes to achieve excellent outcome and quality patient care. Performs Laboratory testing on patient and control samples, and/or prepares blood components for transfusion. Maintains a working knowledge of departmental standard operating procedures. This knowledge includes the use of specialized analytical instrumentation, clinical correlation of test results, quality control requirements, and preventative maintenance. Maintains department readiness for regulatory inspections and compliance requirements. Maintains department policy and procedure manuals in accordance with hospital policy. Is responsible for department quality control records, instrument maintenance, regulatory agency compliance, and supply process. Participates in the continuous quality improvement process through professional development, continuing education, data collection and evaluation, and quality assurance. Develops and maintains orientation, training and competency tools and ensures compliance. Assists the Laboratory Services Director in evaluating and documenting employee performance. Assists Laboratory Services Director in the recruitment, hiring, termination and retention of employees. Coordinates staff development activities of section including education, competency completion, validation, and orientation. Participates in data collection and analysis as requested by management. Maximizes efficiency in section operations. Exhibits willingness to resolve problems as they arise.
Earned a doctoral or bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution.
Six years experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist in an acute care laboratory with 4 years supervisory experience preferred.
Current State of California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License
American College of Clinical Pathologist (ASCP) registration preferred
