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Job Description

 PathGroup and our affiliated physician group Associated Pathologists, offers a modern one-stop shop for the latest in sophisticated diagnostic laboratory services covering all aspects of clinical and anatomic pathology in the Southeast and lower Midwest. The mission of PathGroup is to provide the highest quality anatomic and clinical pathology services which consistently exceed the expectations of our clients, physicians, employees, payers, and most importantly, our patients.

PathGroup is continuously seeking quality individuals who share our values. If you are enthusiastic, have initiative, good character, interpersonal skills, a willingness to assume responsibility, and would like to be part of the PathGroup team, we want to hear from you!


JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for overall operations of Cytogenetics laboratory with emphasis on day-to-day operations. Supervisors all Cytogenetics personnel and enforces Corporate Policies.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/ ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

·Support PathGroup’s mission, vision, goals and management decisions. 

·Provide leadership and supervise/manage assigned department, make decisions, solve problems, develop procedures, and conduct and attend meetings. 

·Manage the employee hiring process including developing and updating job descriptions, developing performance expectations, identifying essential functions and knowledge, skills and abilities required for applicable positions.   

·Supervise/manage employee and team performance, new employee orientation processes, employee training and continuing education. 

·Manage employee performance by coaching, counseling, motivating, and evaluating employees on a continual basis.  Implement disciplinary action as needed and in consultation with Human Resources. 

·Ensure effective employee relations by sustaining an ethical, non-discriminatory and safe work environment and establishing effective communication lines and methods.  Identify and solve employee problems, manage conflict, and respond to grievances as needed. 

·Performs all duties of a Cytogenetic Technologist III.

·Manages the ordering and inventory of supplies for the Cytogenetics departments.

·Responsible for validating and correlations on new equipment and new procedures that pertain to the departments.

·Responsible for the performance calibration verification for all departmental equipment.

·Responsible for equipment maintenance including training of staff when appropriate.

·Develop, implement and maintain effective departmental QA programs and monitors.

·Coordinate the maintenance, development and implementation of departmental polices and procedures.

· Assist in preparing departmental annual operating and capital budgets.

·Assists in establishing and executing departmental long and short-term goals.

·Responsible for meeting the compliance guidelines for the laboratory industry.

·Must be familiar with Corporate Compliance Program and Corporate Policies.

·All other assigned duties.

Job Requirements

EDUCATION:

Bachelor of Science Degree.

Certification as a Clinical Laboratory Specialist in Cytogenetics by the National Credentialing Agency for Laboratory Personnel.

Must hold a valid Tennessee Laboratory Supervisor’s License.

Maintains appropriate continuing education for certification/licensure, and to increase basic knowledge.

EXPERIENCE:

Over one year supervisory experience.

Must have proven track record in physician, employee and client relationships and in operational and financial performances.

Ability to supervise and motivate others, ability to prioritize duties and delegate responsibilities required. 

Must be able to make independent decisions, process information accurately, accurately report financials, manage multiple projects simultaneously and be organized.

Computer proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook required.

Effective oral and written communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills required. 

HOURS:   Monday-Friday Days

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