Supv, Laboratory Technical

Title: Supervisor, Laboratory Technical

Location: Laguna Hills, CA

Department: Clinical Laboratory

Status: Full Time

Shift: Evenings

Pay Range*: $35.46/hr. - $51.46/hr.

**This job also requires working occasional weekends and holidays.

MemorialCare is a nonprofit integrated health system that includes four leading hospitals, award-winning medical groups - consisting of over 200 sites of care, and more than 2,000 physicians throughout Orange and Los Angeles Counties. We are committed to increasing access to patient-centric, affordable, and high-quality healthcare; your personal contributions are integral to MemorialCare's recognition as a market leader and innovator in value-based and other care models.

Across our family of medical centers, we support each one of our bright, talented employees in reaching the highest levels of professional development, contribution, collaboration, and accountability.Whatever your role and whatever expertise you bring, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential in an environment of respect, innovation, and teamwork.

Position Summary

This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the mission of Saddleback Medical Center. It is expected that the employee demonstrate behavior consistent with our core values: Integrity, Accountability, Best Practices, Compassion and Synergy. The employee shall support Saddleback Medical Center's strategic plan and participate in and advocate performance improvement/patient safety activities.

The Laboratory Supervisor assists with the daily operations of the designated Dept Sub-Section (s). The Laboratory Supervisor must be capable of performing, developing and monitoring all functions within the laboratory section including but are not limited to assuming responsibility of special projects, ensuring protocols required for accreditation. Ensuring department procedures are in compliance with federal regulations and other accreditation standards such as JCAHO, CAP, CLIA and others. Performing work assignments as scheduled in accordance with MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center Laboratory Services department standards and procedures. Finally, this incumbent is responsible for the development of programs and procedures to assure the department is aligned with regulatory standards.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities of the Job

1. Coordinate and oversee the daily operation of the designated Dept Sub-Section(s). Assume responsibility of special projects and assist in the development of programs and procedures for the section.

2. Oversee staff by providing direction and positive coaching to promote positive department morale. Assist in the recruitment and retention of qualified personnel.

3. Ensure compliance at all times with hospital and laboratory policies and procedures. Author, edit and review procedures relevant to section.

4. Evaluate quality control and quality assurance requirements where applicable. Actively participate with section and department process improvement initiatives for quality management. Audit and evaluate department specific processes for compliance and trends.

5. Ensure effective communication, verbally, in writing and through other means.

6. Perform data management and documentation activities.

7. Ability to be at work and be on time.

8. Ability to follow company policies, procedures and directives.

9. Ability to interact in a positive and constructive manner.

10. Ability to prioritize and multitask.

*Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for this role, including but not limited to, shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities. Health and wellness is our passion at MemorialCare-that includes taking good care of employees and their dependents. We offer high quality health insurance plan options, so you can select the best choice for your family. And there's more...Check out ourMemorialCare Benefitsfor more information about our Benefits and Rewards.