Microbiology Supervisor

Overview

Schedules, coordinates and monitors the day to day operational functions of Microbiology. 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. 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 Director in evaluating and documenting employee performance. Assists 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.

This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the mission of AHMC- Anaheim Regional Medical Center )”ARMC”) and AHMC Inc. It is expected that the employee demonstrate behavior consistent with the core values of ARMC and AHMC Inc. The employee shall support ARMC’s strategic plan and goals and direction of the performance improvement plan.  The employee will also be expected to support all organizational expectations including, but not limited to; Customer Service, Patient’s Rights, Confidentiality of Information, Environment of Care and AHMC Inc initiatives.

Qualifications

Education/Training/Experience

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 minimum 6 months microbiology experience.  Four years supervisory experience preferred.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

Current State of California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License

American College of Clinical Pathologist (ASCP) registration preferred