Lead MLS

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

At Bridgeport Hospital, we are committed to providing quality medical care and treatment that is coordinated and centered on the patient's specific needs. We strive to achieve benchmarks as a Patient Centered Medical Home and provide health care in a setting where patients are at the center of their care team. All employees of Bridgeport Hospital are part of the patients care team and contribute to the team approach of promoting access, continuous, comprehensive care and work to provide quality improvement in the care provided to their patients.

Supervises technical and clerical personnel in specimen processing, test analysis, and reporting of results. Troubleshoots and problem solves department issues on the off shifts. May step in to perform testing as needed. Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned as required.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

• 1. Directs the management of all shifts
• 1.1 Enforces technical and administrative policies and procedures per professional and hospital standards.
• 2. Collaborates with management staff for departmental advancements.
• 2.1 Recommends supply and equipment upgrades, enhancements and changes.
• 3. Helps to all problem solving activities.
• 3.1 Works directly with clinicians to resolve issues.
• 4. Performs all testing and related calculations.
• 4.1 Organizes workload, minimizing specimen processing delays and maximizing efficiency.
• 5. Leads in regulatory preparedness and assists in other regulatory requirements.
• 5.1 Prepares for and participates in regulatory inspections.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts in Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE

5 years' experience in laboratory science and a minimum of 2 years supervisory experience preferred.

LICENSURE

MLS (ASCP) or equivalent certification.

SPECIAL SKILLS

Proficient in office application