About Children's Minnesota

Children's Minnesota is one of the largest pediatric health systems in the United States and the only health system in Minnesota to provide care exclusively to children, from before birth through young adulthood. An independent and not-for-profit system since 1924, Children's Minnesota is one system serving kids throughout the Upper Midwest at two free-standing hospitals, nine primary care clinics, multiple specialty clinics and seven rehabilitation sites. As The Kids Experts™ in our region, Children's Minnesota is regularly ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top children's hospital. Find us on Facebook @childrensminnesota or on Twitter and Instagram @childrensmn. Please visit childrensMN.org.

Department Overview



Position Summary

Accountable for the day to day operations of the laboratory. This position will work closely with the laboratory management team to ensure excellent customer service across all client facing activities. Plans, coordinates and directs testing and staffing activities to ensure the laboratory meets quality and service expectations.

Acts as a lab liaison among all areas of the hospital. Provides leadership in quality, safety and regulatory activities.

The Supervisor promotes the development of the team. The Supervisor will be responsible for the education, training and competency programs for associates performing functions within the laboratory department.

In conjunction with the Laboratory Management Team, the Supervisor will respond to complaints and monitor customer satisfaction.

Medical Laboratory Scientist

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Chemistry or Biology or related fields.

Certified as a Medical Technologist, Clinical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Laboratory Scientist by American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) board of registry or equivalent professional organization per CLIA standards.

Experience:
* Previous experience in a health care setting.
* Previous pediatric phlebotomy experience preferred.
* Minimum 3-5 years of clinical laboratory experience.
* Previous leadership experience preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
* Must be highly organized, efficient, and multifunctional.
* Demonstrated interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
* Knowledge of laboratory equipment, instrumentation and terminology.
* Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards.
* Ability to lead teams and coach individuals.

Physical Demands

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All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of an occupational health assessment, drug screen, background investigation, and compliance with the U.S. Government Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification. Children's Minnesota requires proof of COVID-19 vaccine, and as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), immunity to vaccine preventable infectious diseases, prior to employment.

Children's Minnesota is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to all applicants. EO M/F/Disability/Vet Employer.

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