Laboratory Transfusion Assistant Director

Emory Healthcare

  • Atlanta, GA
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
DescriptionLaboratory Transfusion Assistant DirectorIdeal candidates will be experienced Medical Technologists with supervisory experience. Transfusion Services or Blood Bank experience is strongly preferred.Shift: 8:00am- 4:30pmJob Description:
  • Directs, manages, coordinates and monitors activities and operations related to the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine including management of staff and assigned projects.
  • Develops and implements strategic goals and objectives.
  • Assists in developing departmental short and long term goals and objectives.
  • Analyzes departmental strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and constraints.
  • Assists in establishing, revising, administering and communicating policies, procedures and related forms in accordance with state, federal, and organizational guidelines.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • A bachelor's degree in medical technology or a chemical, physical, biological science or related field is required.
  • Master's degree in Business or Healthcare Administration is preferred.
  • Certification by one of the following accreditation agencies: MT (ASCP), or categorical MLS (ASCP), MT (HEW), MT (HHS), MT (AMT), MT (NCA), HTL (ASCP) OR 5 yrs. of direct laboratory management .
  • Six years of medical technology experience which must include five years in a supervisory capacity preferred.
Additional DetailsPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

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