Cytogenetics Supervisor

Hematologics was founded over twenty years ago with the goal of assembling a group of people who are passionate about the application of advanced technologies to diagnosing and managing patients with leukemia or lymphoma. We are at the forefront of medical diagnostics for hematologic malignancies and are dedicated to outstanding quality and patient care. The interdisciplinary application, technical integration, and understanding of multiple technologies are the foundation for our exceptional service to our clients as well as ongoing learning opportunities for our team members.

Our shared Hematologics mission is to learn and innovate through teamwork, changing medicine for the future.  We actively work together to create a positive, enjoyable, and inclusive work environment. 

The Cytogenetic Supervisor provides operational management and strategic planning of their designated laboratory section. Innovative, solution-oriented, and effective leadership is essential for the Cytogenetic Supervisor to successfully collaborate with directors, managers, coworkers, and clients.

The Cytogenetic Supervisor is expected to hold a meaningful understanding of section responsibilities and procedures. Specific clinical responsibilities are determined by the Director.

Supervisors directly report to the section Director and provide support to Assistant/Associate Director(s) accomplishing clinical and R&D tasks in the section.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

Team Management

• Responsible for personnel management including overseeing training efforts, ensuring competency completion, coaching employees.

• Develops appropriate work schedules for employees and plans daily work assignments in order to minimize turnaround time and meet patient care needs.
  
• Works with team Leads to ensure employees adhere to department specific processes, SOPs, and quality control programs and compliance to safety/health and state/federal/licensing regulations.
• Works with Directors and Leads with support of team members to ensure SOPs and lab manuals updated and regularly reviewed by staff members.
• Works with section Director to ensure adequate staffing.
• Monitors and completes payroll to ensure accuracy in pay period data.
• Participates in hiring process and HR discipline process.

Quality and Safety Assurance

• Works with QC Lead, Quality Manager Coordinator and Directors to ensure implementation of appropriate QM measurements.
• Works with team Leads and members to maintain and evaluate current equipment, systems, and supplies and escalates problems to the section Director as needed.
• Works with Safety Officer and section Director to ensure implementation of appropriate safety measurements.

Project Management

• Works with Directors and Leads to plan large-scale projects such as implementation of new instruments and software systems to improve workflow.

• Supervises the validation of new equipment and systems, with support of team Leads and members.
• Facilitates section meetings in collaboration with Lead(s)/Director(s).

Licenses , Certifications, and Education

• Minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree or a Bachelor of Arts degree
• Technologist in Cytogenetics (ASCP-CG)

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience in team management in clinical laboratories (minimum of 3 years).
• Knowledge of hematopathology Cyto.
• Ability to analyze data, draw conclusions and interpret results.
• Ability to manager and oversee a high-volume workflow.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to plan, organize, develop tactical plans and set priorities.
• Ability to solve problems and identify solutions.
• Ability to supervise, coach, mentor, train, and evaluate work results.
• Ability to work effectively both as a team player and leader.
• Knowledge of chemistry, biology, microbiology and related laboratory sciences.
• Knowledge of laboratory controls, methods, procedures and regulations.

Qualifications

• Passion for providing high-quality and industry-leading diagnostic services for patient care.
• Passion to support research and new assay development.
• Supervision or management experience or coursework.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships with Directors, Supervisors, and co-workers.
• Demonstrated high level flexibility.

• Works successfully in a team environment.
• Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication (verbal and written) skills.

Salary : $102,000 - $127,500