Shift Supervisor - Core Lab - Day Shift - Stony Brook Medicine : Job Details

Position Summary At Stony Brook Medicine, a TH Clinical Laboratory Technologist I/Shift Supervisor is a valuable member of our team, who will demonstrate a high degree of technical competence and knowledge in current methods and techniques. Under the direction of TH Assoc Technical Director, she /he will be responsible for oversight of evening operations to ensure accurate and timely reporting of patient results and compliance with all regulatory standards.Qualified candidates will demonstrate superiorpatient care and possess outstanding communication skills while adhering to our high standard of excellence. Duties of a Clinical Laboratory Technologist I - SL4/Shift Supervisor may include but are not limited to the following:

• Oversees the day-to-day operations including assigning duties and tasks to ensure efficient workflow under the direction of the SL-5 Associate Technical Director, Central Core Laboratories. This includes ensuring test results are timely and all departmental Policies and Procedures are followed for the Central Core Laboratories.
• Participates in the development, expansion and implementation of the departmental quality control program. Is responsible for organizing and reviewing the Central Core Laboratories daily quality control activities and taking appropriate corrective action as indicated. Is responsible for identifying and resolving problems. Bringing unresolved issues to the attention of SL-5 Associate Technical Director and /or Section Head.
• Responsible for the performance of test analysis for assigned test menu in the Central Core Laboratories.
• Designs, implements, and evaluates education of new clinical laboratory personnel/students mandated by NYS DOH. To instruct new personnel, students, and other members of the hospital community in proper procedures relating to the Central Core Laboratories including; the use of UHIS (Cerner), LIS (Sunquest) and middleware (e.g., DI), new tests additions to the test menu, upgrades to current systems, and any new systems incorporated into the Hospital or Central Core Laboratories under the direction of the SL-5 Associate Technical Director. Will act as a resource to less experienced staff.
• Responsible for troubleshooting, emergency repair of instrumentation and data archiving of the imaging system.
• Oversight of QA functions and monitors. Reviews QA reports daily and takes any corrective action as appropriate. Ensures staff compliance with all regulatory agency standards. Insures the validity of test results concurrent to any identified quality control problem. Brings non-conformances to the attention of the Central Core Laboratories' Associate Technical Director SL-5 and /or Section Head, as soon as possible.
• Proficient in safe laboratory practices according to the Department of Laboratories' Safety Plan, as endorsed by the New York State Department of Health, OSHA/PESH, CAP/CLIA, and other relevant regulatory agencies. Ensures compliance with all Laboratory Safety practices.
• Performs and reviews Linearities, Correlations, and QA projects and compiles monthly statistics, as assigned.
• Responsible for Rees monitoring temperature as assigned.
• Assists in the preparation and presentation of laboratory teaching sessions to medical, nursing, and healthcare related professions, students.
• Will be familiar and abide by the University Hospital institutional and departmentalpolicies and procedures and ensures compliance of subordinates.
• To serve as a professional role model in representing the Department of Laboratories
• To maintain a daily working inventory of supplies and reagents. Oversees the inventory control program and enters orders in Lawson in an accurate and timely manner, as assigned.
• Manages CAP proficiencies. Orders, schedules, and reports according to the regulatory reporting guidelines, as assigned.
• Plans the bench work rotation for students during their 6 - 8-week clinical rotations. Oversees CLS student rotations, as assigned.
• Serves as SB Safe Coordinator:investigates issues and presents findings and recommendations to Associate Technical Director SL-5, as assigned.
• Conducts monthly review of temperature logs, refrigerator logs, Product QC logs and instrument maintenance logs.Ensures all regulatory requirement are consistently followed and documented.Promptly notifies Associate Technical Director SL-5 of any issues.
• Prepares assigned area for inspections and accreditations utilization all relevant standards and regulations in collaboration with the Associate Technical Director SL-5. Participates in monthly mock inspections to ensure compliance with all standards.
• Assists in ordering and processing proficiency samples. On a continuing basis, reviews proficiency test results and investigates any failures in collaboration with Associate Technical Director SL-5.
• Writes follow-up reports.
• Functions as LIS Coordinator. Develops new test code worksheets, QC worksheets and performs interface testing and training as necessary.
• Validation of new equipment, instruments, and tests, as assigned.
• In collaboration with the Associate Technical Director SL-5, develops staff performance programs.
• Provides input on staff performance evaluations to the Associate Technical Director SL-5.
• Assists in the development and implementation of annual vendor agreements, as assigned.
• Assists in the budget development for reagents and supplies, as assigned.
• In collaboration with the Associate Technical Director SL-5, develops and implements procedures, modifies and updates existing procedures.
• Manages timecards in Kronos, as assigned.
• Serves on organizational hospital -committees, task forces, etc. that makes appropriate recommendations, changes and updates on ongoing basis.
• Evaluates staff competencies on all testing procedures on an annual basis per regulatory mandates NYS DOH. Complete all required documentation and submit to TH Associate Technical Director SL-5.
• To attend continuing education seminars and attain 12 credits as per NYS DOH standards.
• In the event of non-conformance ensures results are not reported until corrective actions have been taken and the test system is properly functioning.

Qualifications Required (as evidenced by an attached resume):Bachelor`s degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences or equivalent.NYSED Licensed Clinical Laboratory Technologist.Minimum of six years of Clinical Laboratory experience with two years` experience in supervisory/administrative capacity or equivalent, e.g., training technical staff, experience with Standard Operating Procedure writing, inventory management.Relevant hands-on experience in Clinical Chemistry.Excellent oral-written communication. Excellent and proven problem-solving and decision-making skills. Preferred:A Master's Degree in a related field.Experience in an academic medical center hospital laboratory-based setting.Relevant hands-on experience in Hematology.Experience with Laboratory Automation (Pre-analytic line automation).Microsoft 365/office software suite.Special Notes:Resume/CV should be included with the online application. Posting Overview:This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days. An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. Candidates are advised on the application that for full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date (which is within two weeks of the posting date). If within the initial review no candidate was selected to fill the position posted, additional applications will be considered for the posted position; however, the posting will close once a finalist is identified, and at minimal, two weeks after the initial posting date. Please note, that if no candidate were identified and hired within 90 days from initial posting, the posting would close for review, and possibly reposted at a later date.

• Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke free environment. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises.
• All Hospital positions may be subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary.
• This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair.
• This function/position maybe designated as essential. This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook University Hospital and related facilities.

Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services*
• Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.
• Successfully complete a 4-panel drug screen*
• Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre-employment screenings.
• Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).

Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer. *The hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination.Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call the University Office of Equity and Access at (631)###-####. In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act a copy of our crime statistics can be viewedhere. Visit ourWHY WORK HERE page to learn about the total rewards we offer.Stony Brook University Hospital, consistent with our shared core values and our intent to achieve excellence, remains dedicated to supporting healthier and more resilient communities, both locally and globally.Anticipated Pay Range: The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $103,908 - $131,779. The above salary range (or hiring range) represents SBUH's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. In addition, all UUP positions have an additional $3,087 for location, Some positions offer shift differentials for Night ($15,000) & Evening ($10,000) as well as $575 for inconvenience for positions not on day shift.Please visit these links to learn more. Your total compensation goes beyond the number in your paycheck. SBUH provides generous leave, health plans, and state pension that add to your bottom line.