LEAD LAB TECH
UHS
Summary
Under the direction of the Laboratory Director, the Supervisor of the Lab is responsible to coordinate personnel, equipment, resources and testing procedures within the lab.
Job description
Position Summary
Under the direction of the Laboratory Director, the Supervisor of the Lab is responsible to coordinate personnel, equipment, resources and testing procedures within the lab.
- Compile QA statistics and attend departmental meetings assigned by the director.
- Supervise training and educational programs to include regulatory compliance with CAP and Joint Commission standards.
- Update all procedures as regulations are updated.
- Complete competency assessments and revise proficiency testing.
- Participate in data entry for PT results.
- Research and provide technical support to Physicians for guidance on Laboratory testing and evaluate new technology.
- May be assigned additional duties as determined by the Laboratory.
Qualifications
- Associate Degree or Bachelor Degree from an approved program in Medical Laboratory Technology.
- Minimum of three (3) years in a clinical lab, two (2) of which must be within assigned section of responsibility.
- MT/MLS/MLT ASCP or AMT is required.
- Must be able to read and write.
- Must have ability to learn/use computer software.
- Requires skill in obtaining lab specimens from all age groups.
- Follows Just Culture principles to ensure just assessment of individual acts.
- Creates a safety-conscious work environment where employees feel free to raise safety concerns without intimidation, harassment, discrimination, or fear of retaliation.
- Demonstrates commitment to safety in decisions and behaviors.
- Issues potentially impacting safety are promptly identified, fully evaluated, and promptly addressed and corrected commensurate with their significance.
Requirements
- Associate Degree or Bachelor Degree from an approved program in Medical Laboratory Technology
- Minimum of three (3) years in a clinical lab, two (2) of which must be within assigned section of responsibility
- MT/MLS/MLT ASCP or AMT certification required
- Must be able to read and write
- Must have ability to learn/use computer software
- Requires skill in obtaining lab specimens from all age groups
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.