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MACON COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
Position Description
Department Name: Laboratory
Job Title: Laboratory Supervisor
Reports to (Title): Administrator
Supervises: (Positions) Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists
I have reviewed these job requirements and verify that I can perform all essential functions of this position. I understand that information regarding patients at this facility is confidential and is not to be disclosed without written authorization of the patient or authorized representative. I will discuss patient’s information only in the course of my duties and never in open areas such as hallways, snack bar, etc., where it might be overheard by visitors or other patients, or outside of the hospital while off duty. I also understand that information in some patient’s records may be governed by federal regulation and that disclosure of such information is punishable by fine or imprisonment, even after I leave the employment of the facility. I certify that I have completed HIPAA training and will honor all policies and procedures. I understand that violations of these policies and procedures may result in sanctions. I agree to abide by all local, state and federal laws.
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I.Position Summary:
This position is responsible for supervising and coordinating, and participating in activities of personnel performing various
chemical, microscopic, serological, and bacteriologic tests to obtain data for diagnosis and treatment of disease; performs
phlebotomies, performs general clerical work and operates lab computer.
II.Position Requirements:
A.Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current licensure as a Laboratory Supervisor by the Tennessee State Board ofHealth.
B.Education: Three years of college in a medical Technology program which is approved by the American Society of ClinicalPathologists, plus one year internship in an approved hospital, or qualification as a technologist by the State of TennesseeBoard of Health.
C.Experience: Six years of experience in a clinical laboratory as a technologist with forty-five hours of continuing educationin management, in addition to 15 hours of technical continuing education as required for licensure as a LaboratorySupervisor by the Tennessee State Board of Health.
D.Special qualifications: The person filling this position mush have the ability to verbally communicate well, must possessan appropriate manner, conduct, and ability to get along with people. Walking or standing most of the day is required. Somesitting, stooping and bending when performing phlebotomy and lab tests is also needed. Visual acuity required to readdetailed instructions and to examine specimens. Manual dexterity required for handling equipment, controls, and containersof reagents and specimens. Color discrimination and form perception required to analyze specimens. Lifts and carries lightlaboratory equipment and containers. Works inside and is exposed to infection from disease-bearing specimens and toodorous chemicals and specimens.
III.Degree of Supervision Required: This position is expected to function with little or no supervision.
IV.Ages of Patients Served:
This position requires competence in assessment, treatment, and/or care for the age groups indicated. The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care, based on physical, educational, safety, and related criteria, appropriate to the age of the patients served in his/her assigned service area. The skills and knowledge needed to provide such care may be gained through education, training, or experience.
Birth - 1 Year | Infant |
2-12 Year | Pediatric |
13-18 Years | Adolescent |
19-69 Years | Adult |
70 | Geriatric |
N/A | No responsibility to treat or care for patients |
V. Working Conditions:
Hospital rooms, common areas, clinical departments, and hospital grounds. Potential hazards include:
Exposure to | None | Some | Frequent | Very | Frequent | Exposure to | None | Some | Frequent | Very | Frequent |
• toxic/caustic chemicals | X | • blood or body fluids | X | ||||||||
•extreme conditions, hot or cold | X | • communicable diseases | X | ||||||||
• dust/fumes/ gases | X | •unprotected heights | X | ||||||||
• moving mechanical arts | X | • CRT (computer) Monitor | X | ||||||||
•potential electric shock | X | •frequent,repetitive motions | X | ||||||||
• x-ray electromagnetic energy | X | • Moderate Level of Noise | X | ||||||||
• high pitched Noises | X | • Lifts weights up to 50 lbs. | X | ||||||||
• needles or other sharp objects | X |
VI. Physical Requirements:
Requires corrected hearing and vision to within functional ranges. Requires manual dexterity to operate equipment and computers. Requires frequent walking, standing, sitting and reaching. Occasionally may require olfactory or color discrimination.
VII. Personal Protective Equipment:
This position requires the use of personal protective equipment during various tasks/activities. Personal protective equipment includes, but is not limited to, gloves, masks and safety glasses.
Full Time
Hospital
$105k-137k (estimate)
03/13/2024
05/11/2024
mcgh.net
LAFAYETTE, TN
100 - 200
1975
APRIL ANDERSEN
$10M - $50M
Hospital
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