Supervisor, Laboratory

Get to know Summit Pacific Medical Center:

Your trusted partner in Health and Wellness, Summit Pacific is a vibrant and expanding public hospital district that operates a Critical Access Hospital with a Level IV trauma designation, three rural healthcare clinics, and a seven-day-a-week urgent care clinic. Our vision is "Through Summit Care, we will build the healthiest community in the Nation." Our hospital is unique due to its size and accessibility. We pride ourselves on our ability to give patients quick access to a provider.

• Critical Access Hospital
• 24/7 Emergency Department
• Level II Cardiac Center
• Level III Stroke Center
• Level IV Trauma Care

To learn more about Summit Pacific, visit www.summitpacificmedicalcenter.org

Pay Range (depending on experience):

$42.51 - $64.61

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Job Summary

Supervises laboratory personnel and activities to ensure timely delivery of accurate test results and compliance with all applicable standards. Performs standard testing and quality control in all areas of the laboratory; assists with development of policies and procedures; and maintains a positive work environment that promotes SPMC values through effective communication and supervision of team members.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervises day-to-day laboratory operations to ensure the department meets service and performance expectations. Maintains equipment and physical space. Plans and coordinates schedules and assignments, purchasing and inventories, workflow, and workloads. Researches and addresses any technical problems that may occur. Monitors productivity, efficiency, and outcomes. Plans and implements adjustments as needed. Supervises laboratory staff. Provides effective leadership and oversight of assigned staff; leads by example and provides support, guidance, coaching and correction when needed. Monitors and manages staff performance, satisfaction and engagement. Completes supervisory tasks in an accurate and timely manner. Ensures lab staff are oriented and trained, and that staff competencies are maintained as required by CLIA. Performs quality assurance activities. Evaluates data and takes action as needed to ensure the accuracy, reliability, and timeliness of results. Maintains manuals and records. Performs laboratory testing, phlebotomy, and related activities of a Medical Technologist. Maintains professional skills. Acts as liaison between laboratory and other departments/personnel/patients. Addresses complaints or conflicts in a timely and effective manner. Ensures compliance with all District policies and procedures, regulatory requirements and federal, state and local laws. Maintains assigned programs and records accurately and in good order, as required for efficient and effective operations. Assists with planning, budgeting, and execution of strategic initiatives. Performs special projects and other related duties as assigned.
• Essential Job Function

Organizational Responsibilities

In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed above, all employees are expected to support the Summit Pacific Medical Center mission, vision and values; comply with SPMC policies and procedures; and conduct themselves in an ethical, professional, respectful, and collaborative manner at all times.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology, or equivalent.
• Three years of clinical laboratory experience.
• Experience supervising, leading, or coaching others preferred.

Required Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations

Medical Lab Scientist (ASCP) or Certified Laboratory Scientist (NCA), or equivalent.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Working knowledge and competence in laboratory processes, applications, and testing procedures. Demonstrated leadership, communication, education, and coaching skills. Ability to evaluate data to monitor and assess the overall quality and accuracy of tests. Proficient in the use of current technology, including Microsoft Office products. Ability to learn and effectively use electronic medical records and other systems and equipment. Ability to maintain accurate documentation and records. Professional and effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to identify and employ communication strategies appropriate to the audience. Ability to cultivate effective relationships and work in collaboration with providers, other health care professionals, caregivers, and patients. Ability to perform a wide variety of assignments that require the use of independent judgment, problem-solving, organization, prioritization, and interpersonal skills.

Physical Requirements

Lifting:

• Less than 10 lbs- Frequent (30-70%)
• 10-35 lbs- Occasional (10-30%)
• Greater than 35 lbs- Occasional (10-30%)

Carrying:

• Less than 10 lbs- Frequent (30-70%)
• 10-35 lbs- Occasional (10-30%)
• Greater than 35 lbs- Never (0%)

Pushing/Pulling:

• 0-35 lbs- Occasional (10-30%)

Mobility:

• Sitting- Frequent (30-70%)
• Standing- Frequent (30-70%)
• Walking- Constant (Over 70%)
• Bending/Stooping- Constant (Over 70%)
• Crouching- Frequent (30-70%)

Vision:

Within normal range with or without corrective devices.

Hearing:

Within normal range with or without corrective devices.

Speech:

Within normal range with or without corrective devices.

FTE:

1

Work Shift:

TECH Contract 10 hour shifts in a 40 hour work week

Working Location:

Elma, Washington

Benefits:

Our uniquely designed benefits are here to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally and achieving financial security!

We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

Benefits offered by SPMC:

• Competitive Compensation
• Medical
• Prescription
• Dental (including Orthodontia)
• Vision
• Healthcare FSA and daycare FSA
• Daycare subsidized benefit
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Short- and long-term disability
• Generous employer 403b match contributions for retirement
• 457 retirement account for additional funds
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Smoking Cessation Assistance
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Committees to participate in such as Spirit Team
• Beautiful on-site gym for employees
• Instructor led fitness classes for employees, including Yoga, Kettlebells and Bootcamps
• Walking trails on site

Additional Information:

• Summit Pacific is a vibrant and expanding nonprofit public hospital district serving east Grays Harbor County, Washington. Founded in 1982, Summit Pacific now operates three locations comprised of a critical access hospital, primary care clinics, an urgent care clinic and range of ancillary and specialty services.
• Far enough to have privacy and enjoy the small-town lifestyle, yet close enough to have the benefits of the city. There are many year-round recreational activities in and around Grays Harbor such as:
• Hiking/ walking trails - whether you're looking for short easy walking trails or long hikes you can find many trails located either on site or just miles from Summit Pacific. There are many great hiking trails about an hour away at the Quinault Rainforest which is also the home of some of the largest trees in the world!
• Kayaking- There are many areas that are easily accessible and have beautiful views.
• Nature viewing- Multiple whale watching towers and tours, state parks, Olympic Game Farm (where you can feed the animals straight from your car)
• Fishing & Hunting- If you're looking for areas to hunt/ fish or looking for guided tours this is a great area! Westport is just 42 miles away with many opportunities to catch or buy fresh fish off the docks!
• Other activities- Multiple museums, winery, arcades, rentable mopeds, Seabrook (vacation beach town), many areas to surf for experienced surfers and surfing lessons for those who want to learn.
• Nearby colleges- Grays Harbor College is a community college located in Aberdeen with other community colleges located in surrounding areas, as well as some state colleges and universities in other areas of WA state.

Summit Pacific Medical Center is an equal opportunity provider and employer that is committed to a policy of non-discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, arrest and court record, sexual orientation, and status as a covered veteran. This policy covers admission and access to, and participation in, treatment and employment in the hospital's programs, activities, services, and employment.

This organization participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a service that verifies authorization to work in the U.S. through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the U.S. Department of Social Security (SSA). For further information on E-Verify contact DHS at 1-888-464-4218.