Physician - Pathology jobs in Hopkinsville, KY

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As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Job Summary:             

The Lab Supervisor coordinates workflows including organizing, staffing, directing, reviewing, and monitoring related to all aspects of the clinical laboratory disciplines (e.g., Blood Bank, Chemistry, Hematology, Immunology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Point of Care, Toxicology). The Lab Supervisor assists the leadership team with operational and administrative functions that facilitates excellent patient care, maintains laboratory functions, and ensures policies and procedures are completed by making compliance a key priority.

Essential Functions: 

• Hires and assist with onboarding top talent to create a work environment of diversity, professional growth, and continuous development 
• Evaluates the competency of all testing personnel and assuring that the staff maintain their competency to perform test procedures and report test results promptly, accurately and proficiently
• Ensures that patient test results are not reported until all corrective actions have been taken and the test system is functioning properly
• Participates in committees, task forces, and improvement teams as defined
• Ensures all changes within the laboratory are sufficiently validated before implementation 
• Other duties as assigned

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in clinical laboratory science, Medical Laboratory Science, Biomedical Science, Biology, or Biochemistry (required) 

Certifications:

• Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) or ASCP Certification (required) 

Experience:

• 5 years of experience in a laboratory tech setting (required) 
• Previous experience in a leadership position in a laboratory tech environment preferred, not (required) 

Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrates leadership competencies and skills for the position, including excellent communication, customer service, continuous quality improvement, relationship development, and decision making
• Possesses extensive knowledge of clinical practice or function and a thorough understanding of the organization and work environment

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com