What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supervisor - Laboratory - Days - FT - Biloxi Location position at Memorial Hospital at Gulfport?
Assumes the overall responsibility for the technical administration and operation of a laboratory area (chemistry/special chemistry, urinalysis/serology, microbiology, blood bank, hematology/coagulation) or shift (evenings, nights). Performs clinical diagnostic/serological testing to aid the physicians and clinical care team in the diagnosis/treatment of the patient.
Required Qualifications:
Education: Must have a BS degree in Medical Technology or equivalent from a NAACLS accredited institution. Can have a BS degree in another science field and hold certification as required.
Licensure: Certification as a Medical Technologist by the American Society of Clinical Pathology - MT(ASCP), or as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist by The National Credentialing Agency for Laboratory Personnel - CLS(NCA), or equivalent certification as an MT.
Experience: At least three (3) years of clinical experience as a medical technologist.
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities: Must know the theory and practice of medical technology/ histology. Must be able to operate and perform troubleshooting and maintenance of equipment. Must be able to do manual procedures if needed. Must be able to coordinate a department or area in the laboratory/blood bank. Must have good people skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Education: Some, as above.
Licensure: Advanced certification in a specialty area from ASCP or NCA.
Experience: Some experience in a laboratory supervisory position.
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities: Able to perform moderate to advanced troubleshooting and maintenance of equipment. Knowledge and training on new equipment. Computer experience. Advanced knowledge of proficiency testing, quality control, preparation of procedure manuals, new testing in area of expertise.
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Memorial Health System has been dedicated to healing, inspiring, and transforming the health of our community since 1946. With multiple hospital facilities, outpatient surgery locations and diagnostic centers, more than 100 Physician Clinics, and post-acute services including skilled nursing, you can find your fit at Memorial.
When you join our team, you join more than 5,000 individuals committed to exceptional care. We offer several of the region's most comprehensive clinical programs and medical specialties unique to the Coast, including a Level III Neonatal ICU, state-designated Level II Trauma Center, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, and Mississippi's first nationally-certified Primary Stroke Center.
At Memorial, you are valued. We know that our increasingly diverse communities need healthcare professionals that reflect their different cultural backgrounds, perspectives, and values. We acknowledge the uniqueness of all individuals, their commonalities as well as differences, all of which have shaped their lives in meaningful ways.
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