Blood Bank Supervisor Job in Los Angeles, California Us
Job Details:
- CA LICENSE - CLINICAL LAB SCIENTIST
- FIRE/SAFETY CARD (must be presented within 30 days from DOH)
- 5-7 years of experience
POSITION SUMMARY
Provides administrative supervision and technical support of the Blood Bank Section of the Laboratory. Manages the use of necessary resources and is accountable for the day to day operation. Must share responsibility with other section supervisors for direct supervision of Specimen Processing personnel. Assesses routine laboratory operations and initiates appropriate corrective action in order to maintain and improve laboratory services and patient care.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Functions as the administrative supervisor of multiple shifts or multiple laboratory sections. Also functions as a technical and/or general supervisor as defined in the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988.
Supervises lead medical technologists, medical technologists, phlebotomists, lab assistants, clerks and non-licensed personnel
Performs an appropriate level of bench work based on immediate patient needs and available resources
Manages the daily scheduling of employees
Evaluates employee performance and provides counseling and disciplinary action when necessary.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills Promotes communication and teamwork between hospital and the laboratory departments, as well as, within the laboratory sections.
Safety Assures personnel compliance with safety standards and infection control policies.
Quality Improvement Program actively participates in the intra and inter departmental quality improvement and quality assurance processes.
Adheres to the SVMC CORE Values
Adheres to Hospital/Departmental Policies
Assures department's compliance with all hospital and laboratory policies and procedures.
EDUCATION/LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION
- Requires a valid current license issued from the State Department of Health as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist.
- AABB certification preferred
- L.A. City Fire Card within 30 days
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
1. Minimum of five years current and continuous experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist in an acute care hospital.
2. Two or more years of experience as a Blood Bank supervisor.
3. Computer experience or course work in computer and data processing is required.
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