Generalist and Clinical Chemistry Laboratory Supervisor

Job Title : Generalist and Clinical Chemistry Supervisor

Location : Jersey City, NJ

Req# : 0000111979

Status : Full Time

Shift : Day

Department name : Lab JCMC

Job Overview : Supervises, coordinates and participates in activities of employees performing routine, standardized biological and / or biochemical tests, as well as more complex procedures on blood that assist physicians in the diagnosis and clinical management of patients.

Assumes responsibility for recognizing results or problems that require referral to Medical Director or Administrative Director.

As the Supervisor, you will provide day-to-day oversight of JCMC laboratories (inpatient and outpatient) at JCMC, Bayonne and Colony Plaza and oversee related laboratory operations.

Take ownership of directing the Laboratory operations and support the entire JCMC laboratory and Pathology service. Supervise clinical operations of clinical laboratory department.

Work closely with the Laboratory Director to coordinate a wide variety of administrative, technical, fiscal, and educational activities to provide quality laboratory services.

Collaborate across multi-disciplinary groups representing the clinical labs. Organize, develop, plan, and implement Section and Departmental goals, objectives, policies, and procedures necessary for providing quality patient care.

Qualifications : Required :

Required :

• BS / BA Degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Biological, Chemical or Life Science required with minimum 4 years of generalist experience.
• Must meet current NJ Sanitary Code Chapter 44, Chapter IV, 8 : 44-2.4 General Laboratory Supervisor qualifications along with College of American Pathologists (CAP) and CLIA requirements.

Ability to provide leadership and direction.

• Dependable, flexible and adaptable in all aspects of work, with strong interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional analytical, technical, and organizational skills.
• Excellent understanding of Quality control procedure including Levy-Jennings plot analysis.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills

Superior time management and critical thinking skills.

Good working knowledge of computers; proficient in MS office applications.

Preferred :

• Master's Degree preferred.
• Experience managing a clinical laboratory team in a large hospital organization or trauma center.
• Current experience as a laboratory supervisor / manager.
• EPIC LIS preferred.

License / Certifications :

• Must meet all College of American Pathologists (CAP) and CLIA requirements.
• Certified as MLS(ASCP) required or similar nationally recognized certification required.

Scheduling Requirements :

• Full Time
• Monday Friday with corporate holiday or weekend off. Must be available to respond during off hours for emergency cases

Essential Functions :

• The general supervisor is responsible for day-to-day supervision or over sight of the Laboratory operation and personnel performing testing and reporting test results for day shift, evening shift and night shift.
• Must be accessible to testing personnel at all times testing is performed to provide on-site, telephone or electronic consultation to resolve technical problems in accordance with policies and procedures established by the Laboratory Director.
• Responsible for monitoring test analyses and specimen examinations to ensure that acceptance levels of analytic performance are maintained.
• Assist the Administrative Director or designee with reports, including but not limited to productivity, quality, and suggestions for improvement.
• Manage the operations of the department.
• Maintain all quality and service standards.
• Adhere to department budget.
• Implement, enforce and monitor all QC, QA, service, safety and compliance indicators and programs.
• Staff supervision including but not limited to training and competency assessment.
• Perform interviews, hiring and participate in corrective action steps.
• Annual employee performance evaluations.
• Hold staff meetings and maintain minutes.
• Produce, monitor and maintain productivity, quality and TAT metrics.
• Prepare and revise SOP’s and manuals.
• Participation in inventory control.
• Documentation and timely completion of special projects.
• Oversee the cleanliness of the laboratory.
• Troubleshoot technical, equipment and computer related problems.
• Validation of methodology and instrumentation.
• Performs additional tasks as requested by Medical Director or designee.

Benefits and Perks

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care / Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Let’s shape the future of healthcare, together. Our competitive base rates offered will be dependent upon your relevant experience, education and skills.

In addition to base salary, we offer excellent benefits, creating a competitive total rewards package to include health and welfare benefits, tuition reimbursement, retirement benefits, employee assistance programs, and many opportunities for professional and personal growth.

Pay Range : $44.00 / hr-$62.00 / hr

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team.

We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time.

As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state.

We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer