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Job Description Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Center Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: RML General Microbiology Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0) Shift: Shift 2 Work Schedule: 8 Hr (3:00PM - 11:30PM) Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page ( Pay Range: $38.02 - $55.18 per hour Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rushu2019s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. Summary: Supervises the technical operations of the laboratory, including resource and personnel management. This position is responsible for performing all assigned laboratory testing and reporting for the testing area. This position requires teamwork to achieve common goals and meet deadlines to provide quality care to clients and patients. Demonstrates proficiency in identifying and resolving process issues that affect the laboratory's ability to perform laboratory testing. Serves as an expert within the assigned field of responsibility. Instructs students, residents, new employees, and their direct reports. Evaluates their performance within established deadlines. Participates in presenting case studies or in-services. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. Must adhere to the Rush code of Conduct and Rush ICARE values: Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Excellence, executing these values with compassion. Other information: Required Job Qualifications: u2022 CLIA QUALIFICATION FOR TESTING u2022 Education: Bachelor of Science or Arts degree in relevant science required u2022 A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in the specific laboratory discipline the role oversees is required. Certain laboratory specialties may necessitate more stringent certification criteria. In addition, candidates must demonstrate a proven track record of leading projects, implementing programs, and serving as a subject matter expert within a laboratory setting. u2022 Certification from nationally recognized certifying agency required. Eligibility as determined by ASCP and/or AMT requirements. Some laboratory disciplines may require more stringent certification criteria. u2022 Acceptable credentials (can vary depending on the laboratory section): o Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) via the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) o Medical Technologist (MT) via the American Medical Technologists (AMT) o Blood Bank (BB) via the ASCP o Chemistry (C) via the ASCP o Cytogenetics (CG) via the ASCP o Cytotechnologist (CT) via the ASCP o Hematology (H) via the ASCP o Microbiology (M) via the ASCP o Molecular Biology (MB) via the ASCP o Technologist in HLA (CHT) or Specialist in HLA (CHS) via ACHI o Histotechnologist (HTL) via the ASCP u2022 Communicates well, both orally and in writing. Determines what information is important and what should be communicated, how, to whom, and when. Practices Emotional Intelligence when communicating with others. Able to handle interpersonal relationships judiciously and empathically. Demonstrates the capacity to be aware of, control, and express one's emotions. Preferred Job Qualifications: u2022 Master of Science degree in relevant discipline preferred Physical Demands: u2022 Able to work in fast pace, often stressful, computerized environment. Able to lift 20 pounds and perform repetitive motions. Works in laboratory with exposure to potentially infectious and hazardous materials. Responsibilities: Job Responsibilities: Job Components u2022 Fulfills all the job components for testing personnel whom they will supervisor; These may be an MLS, MLT, CT, HT, HTL, or other role(s), laboratory areas aligning to the credentials listed below. Policy Compliance u2022 Understands and enforces departmental and institutional policies and practices. u2022 Writes, reviews, and updates departmental policies and procedures as mandated by accrediting or regulatory standards. Workflow monitoring u2022 Monitors, regulates, and adjusts workflows to ensure needed tasks are completed on time. u2022 Demonstrates ability to recognize quality control values and respond appropriately to outliers, be a technical resource person, recognize instrument/ assay problems, and maintain technical proficiency. u2022 Responds to clinician inquiries timely, thoroughly, and respectfully. Process Improvement u2022 Recognizes situations that require process improvement. u2022 Proficient in the use of process improvement tools (e.g. Fishbone diagrams, Root Cause Analysis, Failure Mode Effect Analysis). u2022 Responds to Safety Events and complaints in a timely manner. Investigates and determines if the event is a person or system issue. u2022 Applies Just Culture algorithms when the event is determined to be a person issue. Encourages staff to identify areas for process improvement and submit Safety Events to document unsafe situations. Financial and Administrative u2013 will be responsible for any combination of the following; u2022 Monitors expenses and assists in the investigation of budget variance reports. u2022 Provides input on the capital and operational budgets; gathers and analyzes data to produce needed information. u2022 Writes reports and memos. u2022 Prepares and conducts staff meetings. u2022 Orders and maintains appropriate inventory of supplies. u2022 Writes and conducts employee evaluations at least twice a year; more frequently if needed. u2022 Prepares staff schedules to minimize the use of over-time and staff burnout. u2022 Oversees validation and implementation of new equipment. u2022 Conducts employee discipline with managerial oversight. u2022 Participates in the development of Employee Engagement initiatives. u2022 Implements Employee Engagement initiatives. u2022 Conducts employment interviews and participates in the selection of new employees. u2022 Ensures the work area is maintained in a safe and uncluttered environment. u2022 Serves as a backup for the manager in their absence. u2022 Maintains inspection readiness. Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. Position Supv Laboratory Location US:IL:Chicago Req ID 23813