Laboratory Specialist Supervisor (2Nd Shift Accessioning Unit)

Pay Grade: L

Who we are. We protect lives.The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.
What we offer.As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:

• Make a Professional Impact- Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility - Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team - Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
• Achieve Career Longevity- Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture- Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role
• Feel Pride in Where you Work- Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you

As an accredited public health department, we're seeking a highly qualified candidate for the position of Laboratory Specialist Supervisor (2nd Shift Accessioning Unit)to join the Division of Medical-Clinical Services, Public Health Laboratory located in Decatur, GA.
The incumbent of this position supervises, guides and/or instructs the work assignments of subordinate staff. In addition, supervises daily operations, compliance with safety procedures and reviews testing reports for validity and accuracy. Performs technical duties as required.
This is a GRANT FUNDED position and is subject to available grant funds.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Accessions specimens, assuring proper temperatures are maintained during transportation, that all specimens are properly identified, and all specimens are in the correct containers for tests ordered.
• Will resolve complicated issues involving customer service and/or research complaints and inquiries from internal and external customers, utilizing laboratory procedures or processes to respond to client's request.
• Communicates with the public, internal customers and/or external customers to provide information and recommendations targeted to meet customer expectations.
• May enter data and/or process documents and records. The work includes operating standard office equipment.
• Works with manager on IT projects that directly and indirectly affect the Support Services Unit and Laboratory as a whole.
• Supervises and plans the work of assigned staff.
• Administers laboratory or section safety program.
• Analyzes laboratory findings to check the accuracy of the results.
• Develops, standardizes, evaluates, and modifies procedures, techniques and processes used in the preanalytical process.
• Establishes and monitors programs to ensure the accuracy of laboratory results.
• Implements and directs a quality assurance program which meets state and federal clinical laboratory licensure requirements.
• Operates, calibrates, and maintains equipment used in the preanalytical processes.
• Oversees compliance with State and Federal laboratory licensure requirements.
• Plans and manages laboratory or section operations.
• Provides on the job training and performance coaching for assigned staff.

Master's degree in a related science area from an accredited college or university AND Two years of experience in a clinical laboratory AND certification as a technologist, MT (ASCP), or equivalent
OR
Bachelor's degree in a related science area from an accredited college or university AND Four years of experience in a clinical laboratory AND certification as a technologist, MT (ASCP) or equivalent.Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.
The use of wellness breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in wellness activities, generally in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.
Employment Information
All approved teleworking employees must reside within the state of Georgia and depending on the responsibilities of the position, must live within reasonable driving distance of the agency's primary worksite and beable to report to the office when required.
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.
DPH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.
Relocation assistance will not be provided.
As an employee of DPH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: DPH-HR@dph.ga.gov.
DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.Employment Type: Full Time Salaried