DESCRIPTION

Involves testing on clinical specimens for information about the health of a patient, for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. Disciplines include chemistry, blood banking, hematology, microbiology, immunology, cytology, histology, pathology and cytogenetics. May include highly technical sub- specialty areas such as enzyme assay, steroid assay, radioimmunoassay, toxicology, electrophoresis, rheumatology, tissue typing, and virology.

Supervises employees in highly technical sub-specialty area. Directly oversees all the technical operations of the laboratory, enforcing standard operating procedures and research methods. Responsible for laboratory meeting quality assurance standards.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in business, healthcare administration or related area; and/or equivalent combination of experience/training.

• A minimum of five (5+) or more years of relevant experience.

• Demonstrated ability to apply principles in a clinical laboratory setting.

• Experience and proven success in maintaining current knowledge of laboratory concepts, new methodologies and advances in the field of specimen processing, automation, and procedures.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Licensure in specialty area.
• Preferred to have experience with ASHI and CAP inspections.
• Three to five (3 - 5) years experience in an ASHI accredited laboratory.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.