Supervisor/Lab Chemistry FT

Southern Tennessee Regional Health System has an opportunity for you to join our team.

A Joint Commission accredited hospital, Sothern Tennessee Regional Health System serves the patients of south-central Tennessee with two locations (Winchester and Sewanee). Situated at the foot of Sewanee Mountain, in southern Middle Tennessee, the city of Winchester offers the best in small-town living while offering quick access to other major cities such as Chattanooga, Nashville, and Huntsville. Winchester has a host of top-rated schools, both public and private.

Its economy is strong and steadily growing thanks to major employers such as Nissan and Arnold Engineering. Noted as a great place for outdoor recreation, Winchester's beautiful Tim's Ford Lake offers visitors an opportunity for year-round fishing, hiking, and camping. If golfing is more your style, you can enjoy The Bear Trace at Times Ford.

This 6,790-yard golf course designed by The Golden Bear, Mr.

Jack Nicklaus, has been named as one of the "Top Ten Places You Can Play" by Golf Magazine. And just down the road from Winchester, you'll find Lynchburg, TN. Home to another favorite tourist destination, the nation's oldest registered distillery, Jack Daniels.

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for the planning, direction, coordination and control of activities concerned with Laboratory services. Communicates expectations of the organization to employees.

Provides supervision of section functions ensuring accuracy of results. Performs chemical, testing; as needed in a prompt and reliable manner according to established hospital and departmental policies. Develops procedural protocols, and trains other lab personnel in procedures and the use of instrumentation.

Participates in PI activities and ensures hospital meets Joint Commission, State of Tennessee, and Federal government standards. Supervises daily staff activities for an assigned area or function. Reports directly to the Director of Lab and supports all aspects of Lab operations.

Supervises the Lab if the Director is not readily available. Helps other departments as assigned or needed on a prn basis.

Minimum Education

Bachelor's degree required.

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Required Skills

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

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Required Skills

Certifications:

AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) preferred.

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Required Skills

Licenses:

Licensed as a Medical Technologist in the State of Tennessee required. Supervisor license preferred.

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran