Microbiology Coordinator in Altus, Oklahoma at Jackson County Memorial Hospital Authority

Job Summary: Provides all day-to-day supervision and work directions for operational activities within the designated areas of responsibility. Assists the Director in management of the areas i.e. supply control, PI, QC, records review, policy and Procedure development/maintenance, inspection preparation, equipment maintenance, et. Has 24-hour responsibilities for problem solving in their section.

Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas:

Job Summary: Provides all day-to-day supervision and work directions for operational activities within the designated areas of responsibility. Assists the Director in management of the areas i.e. supply control, PI, QC, records review, policy and Procedure development/maintenance, inspection preparation, equipment maintenance, et. Has 24-hour responsibilities for problem solving in their section.

Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas:

Microbiology Coordinator – Key Job Skills

• Culture reading and organism identification
• Gram stain interpretation
• Antibiotic susceptibility testing (CLSI guidelines)
• Molecular/PCR testing knowledge
• Instrument troubleshooting and QC review
• CAP/CLIA compliance and inspection readiness
• Competency training and staff education
• Workflow and turnaround time management
• Inventory and reagent oversight
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Areas of responsibility: Hematology, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Blood Bank, Microbiology, Chemistry, PI, Information Systems, Serology, Phlebotomy, Office, Education (Employee and Student Programs), Pathology, Point of Care, Coding/Billing/Medical Necessity, Administrative Assistance, Corporate Compliance.

· Provides work direction and training for all personnel and students in designated areas in a timely and effective manner.

· Obtains support services that improve and facilitate patient care.

· Assists Director in counseling and solving problems in a timely and supportive manner.

· Maintains appropriate inventory levels of supplies within the approved budget..

· Able to perform duties of staff technologist as required and maintains an appropriate level of competency in the areas of responsibility.

· Participates actively in departmental meetings, committees, and task forces (including hospital level when appropriate).

· Promotes an effective communication network on unit and between departments.

· Works with Director for adjustments to the day-to-day staffing needs and assures an equitable distribution of work.

· Acts as leader and role model to lab staff, and all staff within the organization.

· Promotes good interpersonal relationship with the Medical Staff to assure satisfactory communication and reports any issues to executive management.

· Maintain availability to answer questions or fix problems that might arise in their section of responsibility (on and off duty)

· Evaluates employee performance as indicated and employee is made cognizant if there is need for improvement. Specific goals are established that are measurable and realistic, with a completion date/time frame noted.

· Coordinates/completes equipment maintenance requirements and instrument repairs with necessary documentation maintained.

· Establishes and monitors appropriate Quality Control materials, acceptable ranges and documentation as needed.

· Maintains accreditation requirements appropriately for areas of responsibility.

· Demonstrates strong leadership by developing standards of performance, areas/personnel responsible for accountability and appropriate delegation to various support personnel.

· Other duties as assigned.

Professional Requirements

· Meets dress code standards; appearance is neat and clean, including wearing identification while on duty.

· Completes annual education requirements.

· Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time.

· Attends mandatory meetings; attends and/or reads minutes of other scheduled meetings.

· Supports the Mission and goals of JCMH and department for quality patient care.

· Respects patient confidentiality and uses discretion in discussion of patient information.

· Recognizes when others are in need of assistance and consistently offers to help when own workload permits or finds someone who can. Assists Managers/Supervisors with scheduling/workload needs.

· Demonstrates courteous behavior and telephone etiquette through polite and respectful communication with all patients, guests, and co-workers.

· Follows hospital and departmental requirements for infection control and safety.

· Maintaining professional knowledge and skills (competency).

Regulatory and Education Requirements:

· Associate in Science degree in Medical Technology (or equivalent training) required for all areas outside of Blood Bank.

· Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field of study required for Blood Bank Supervision.

· MLT or MLS (ASCP or equivalent registry) eligible required.

· 3 - 5 years' microbiology experience required

Leadership or Supervisory experience preferred

Skills:

· Mathematical, computer, reasoning, and language skills at the college level.

· Strong technical and problem solving skills.

Physical Demands:

· For physical demands of position, including vision, hearing, repetitive motion and environment, see following description. Near visual & hearing acuity required to perform essential duties of position.

· Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising client care.