Laboratory Technical Supervisor - Core Laboratory

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Technical Manager, the Core Laboratory Technical Supervisor is responsible for the efficient, timely, cost effective, and high-quality service at the following locations: Victoria General and Halifax Infirmary sites which includes Chemistry, Hematology, Immunology and POCT. In collaboration with the Technical Manager and Service Chiefs the Technical Supervisor:

• Ensures the provision of rapid, accurate test results to healthcare providers by effectively deploying and supporting the technical and administrative staff
• Ensures that equipment and precision instruments used in the division are properly serviced and maintained
• Ensures there are sufficient and appropriate materials available for the performance of tests
• Ensures high standards of technical and safety procedures by constant evaluation and monitoring
• Supports and coordinates recruitment, training, performance evaluations and management
• Coordinates the availability of resources for implementation and ongoing evaluation of approved new tests, procedures, and equipment
• Consults with, collaborates, and responds to patients, healthcare providers, hospitals, nursing units and other internal and external clients regarding delivery of services
• Informs decisions about the most efficient use of financial, human and material resources while meeting operational needs and working within the appropriate policies and financial budgets
• Participates in short- and long-term planning for area(s) of responsibility, including planning for new, revised or expanded service
• Makes objective and respectful decisions consistent with policies, standards and objectives of the laboratory in an environment that involves consideration of patient safety, future needs of the organization and best use of human and material resources
• Demonstrates good stewardship in the identification, reporting & mitigation of unsafe Acts or conditions

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Graduate of an approved program in Medical Laboratory Science or MSc. in discipline
• Must be licensed with NSCMLT
• Certification with CSMLS is required
• Medical Laboratory Technologist with four (4) years progressively more responsible experience in a laboratory, plus completion of a management program or commitment to successfully complete a management program in three years and/or a combination of education, training and progressively more responsible experience
• Previous management experience and direct supervision of staff and/or multiple departments in a laboratory setting is strongly preferred
• Technical expertise in multiple disciplines/services an asset
• Demonstrates leadership capabilities
• Technical expertise in Chemistry and Hematology preferred
• Excellent organization and decision-making skills
• Effective and respectful communication and interpersonal skills are essential
• Knowledge of management systems and accreditation requirements
• Advanced computer skills and knowledge of Cerner Laboratory Information System (LIS) as related to the function of the section(s) is preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Permanent, Full-Time position; 75 hours bi-weekly
• Travel is required

Compensation and Benefits

$37.61 - $49.97 hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.