Overview

Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Clinics is home to the largest laboratory in NH, providing Pathology and Clinical Laboratory services to DHMC & Clinics physician practices, Dartmouth Health system member hospitals as well as to independent practices and hospitals throughout NH and VT. The department is a leader in process improvement (LEAN/Six Sigma) which has led to a renovated space designed for efficiency of workflow. With a slogan of ‘Investigate, innovate and validate,’ our lab is:

• A high-volume lab with cutting-edge technology and automation

• A culture that encourages collaboration and teamwork for future innovation.

• A place to learn and grow, and we encourage new graduates (MLT's and MLS's) to apply for our open positions.

TheLaboratory Supervisor - Blood Bankis responsible for the overall direction, operations and performance of the Blood Bank Department within the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. They plan, organize, and manage section activities and personnel. This position works directly for and closely with the Transfusion Services Manager to ensure adherence to AABB and CAP accreditation requirements.

This is a full-time, 40-hour/week benefitted day-shift position.

More information about our benefits can be found here:DHMC and Clinics Employee Benefits

Responsibilities

• Supervises all personnel and activities within section through various means and practices, including, but not limited to, reviewing and maintaining section's operations to ensure an effective and efficient processing and reporting of workload, scheduling section workflow - adjusting staffing coverage to meet demands, evaluating the performance of section staff, seeking and providing avenues for them to upgrade their job skills, etc.

• Documents, implements, and maintains standard laboratory procedures for the section. Ensures high quality test results through hospital and section quality assurance activities. Ensures the safety and security of property and section personnel.

• Responsible for the overall teaching program in the section which includes MT students, residents, other shifts, aides, etc.

• Oversees technological improvements, proper utilization and maintenance of equipment and development of new test procedures in specialized area.

• Ensures that managerial policies, practices, and objectives of the department are achieved within the section.

• Assists in preparing, implementing, and monitoring the annual budget for equipment, supplies, and personnel.

• Prepares planning activities in the section. Participates in the Laboratory Department's planning process.

• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications

• Registered Medical Technologist with 5 years of laboratory experience including 2 years in a supervisory or lead position.

• Master's degree preferred.

• Familiarity with regulatory agencies affecting laboratories required.

• CPT & ICD-9 coding experience and Medicare reimbursement knowledge desired.

Required Licensure/Certifications

• Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) OR International Technologist in Blood Banking (BB - ASCP)

• Area of Interest:Allied Health

• FTE/Hours per pay period:1.00 - 1.00 - 40 hrs/week

• Shift:Day

• Job ID:30269

Dartmouth Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Dartmouth Hitchcock Clinics comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. We do not exclude or treat people differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.