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location: Woodbury, New Jersey
job type: Permanent
salary: $80,000 - 95,000 per year
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
Summary
Under direction of the manager/director, plan, organize, schedule and direct the work of the section in order to effectively maximize employees, equipment and material utilization within budgetary constraints while adhering to quality technical standards. Accountable for quantity and quality of specimens handled and test results.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Oversee activities of the department, distribute/assign work, determine priorities, schedule non-routine procedures.
- Perform supervisory functions for their assigned staff including interviewing, hiring, training and providing staff development through performance evaluation and corrective counseling.
- Perform advanced/specialized tests and other related laboratory techniques. May duplicate work of others to confirm test results. Re-evaluate methodology, make recommended changes and assists in test interpretation. Determine if further testing should be done on samples or if test should be repeated.
- Check/approve all specialized and problem reports for accuracy.
- Initiate quality-control measures and monitor quality of work for adherence to laboratory standards.
- Perform duties of technologist as necessitated by absence or peak workload.
- Completes special projects as requested - surveys, statistical reports, studies, research, etc.
- Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional and sanitary condition.
- Complete training and competency checklists as appropriate.
- Adheres to all established CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA and laboratory safety requirements.
- Required to use (a) personal protective equipment, (b) engineering controls and/or (c) work practice controls as directed by management.
- Answer questions from clients or other lab personnel, if applicable.
- Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections, if needed.
- Other duties as assigned. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position.
qualifications:
- Required: Minimum 4-5 years full-time supervisory experience is highly preferred. As little as 1-2 years is acceptable only if the candidate has good people skills
- Required: Virginia State Board Certified MLS or MLT, along with 4 year degree in scientific field
- Required: 1-3 years hands on experience in hospital Micro/Molecular laboratory testing.
- Required: Microbiology experience is a MUST and it has to be hands on and not simply research.
- Comprehensive theoretical and operational job knowledge in designated specialty required.
- Knowledge of organizational/departmental policies and procedures.
- Required to handle biological samples and potentially hazardous chemicals
- Proven leadership and problem-solving skills.
- Must be detail-oriented, have the ability to work independently, establish work priorities and to handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency.
- Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively with employees, co-workers and clients.
- Ability to deal with client information in a confidential manner.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) and Laboratory Information
- Systems.
- Critical thinker with excellent communication/interpersonal skills that also has empathy. The candidate will be communicating directly with physicians to discuss test results, so this is where the hands on experience is required as they have to speak with confidence to the results
skills: Biology, Chemistry, Sample Collection, Sample Testing
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
