Supervisor- Fulton County Laboratory Services

SUMMARY:  The Laboratory Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the clinical laboratory, ensuring the delivery of accurate and timely diagnostic testing services. This role provides leadership to laboratory staff, ensures compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards, and supports continuous improvement initiatives to enhance patient care.

BAXTER HEALTH COMPLIANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Understands and adheres to Baxter Health standards as they appear in Dynamic Health and HealthStream Policy Manager.

Required to work with the Administrator and CNO regularly to carryout, initiate and/or implement best practices for the Baxter Health Fulton County Hospital Laboratory Department.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related field preferred.

Experience:  Minimum of three (3) years of clinical laboratory experience required, with at least two (2) years in a supervisory or leadership role preferred.

Certification/License: ASCP or equivalent certification required.

Other: Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills. Working knowledge of laboratory regulations (CLIA, CAP, Joint Commission, OSHA). Proficiency with laboratory information systems and Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to maintain confidentiality, handle stressful situations with composure, and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Primary Source Verification:

Original transcripts and certification/license verification required.

Safety Sensitive Designation:

This position is deemed safety sensitive in accordance with Arkansas Act 593 governing Medical Marijuana.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without an accommodation.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to perform the following:  Must have the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, to solve problems and make decisions.  Spend eight (8) hours or more in front of computer, monitor or similar screen utilizing keyboard and/or mouse, daily. Ability to regularly stand and walk, occasionally bend, squat and twist, and occasionally lift up to 20 pounds using proper body mechanics.  Must have a keen sense of hearing and visual acuity with or without correction.  Must be able to handle critical and highly stressful situations with efficiency and composure. 

Work Environment
Hospital-based clinical laboratory environment with exposure to biological hazards, chemicals, and laboratory equipment.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a position in a hospital setting which is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Flexible work schedule, 5 days a week, Monday – Friday, 8-hour shifts.