the journey
begins with
you.
Theres quite a distance between wondering and knowing. And for patients waiting for answers to important health questions, its a road they want to travel as quickly as possible.
At Quest Diagnostics Incorporated, we understand urgency. But more than speed, we focus our energies on accuracy. Currently, we seek a Laboratory Supervisor.
Basic Purpose:
Under direction of the manager/director plans, organizes, schedules, and directs the work of the section in order to effectively maximize employee, equipment, and material utilization within budgetary constraints while adhering to quality technical standards. Provides direct on-site supervision of specimen workflow, test performance, quality, compliance, and associated documentation to adhere to the department and company policies and procedures.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Oversees staff and activities of the department, distributes/assigns work; determines priorities; schedules non-routine procedures; performs personnel related functions (hiring, firing, discipline, training, etc.).
2. Performs advanced/specialized tests and other related laboratory techniques. May duplicate work of others to confirm test results. Re-evaluates methodology, makes recommended changes and assists in test interpretation. Determines if further testing should be done on samples or if test should be repeated.
3. Checks/approves all specialized and problem reports for accuracy.
4. Initiates quality-control measures and monitors quality of work for adherence to laboratory standards.
5. Performs duties of technologist as necessitated by absence or peak workload.
6. Completes special projects as requested, e.g., surveys, statistical reports, studies, research, etc.
Education:
BS/BA degree in Biology, Medical Technology or related field
Work Experience:
4 to 6 years as a medical technologist or equivalent in a laboratory environment.
4 + years of Hematology experience in a laboratory enviornment.
Previous supervisory experience.
Quest Diagnostics has many career opportunities for individuals whose talent, initiative and dedication will complement our belief that the patient comes first and that values do matter. We work to earn our customerstrust every day by providing the highest quality products and services in a professional, accessible and informative way. Our workforce is diverse and talented and believes in our vision: "Dedicated people improving the health of patients through unsurpassed diagnostic insights."
**An online application for this position is required for consideration. To apply please visit www.questdiagnostics.com/careers. Ref ID C64847.
Location: Seattle, WA
Compensation: TBD
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