Position & Client Overview:

Our client is a 120-bed facility located in a beautiful mid-size town in west central Georgia. They are currently in need of a microbiology supervisor to oversee day to day operations of their microbiology, serology, and urinalysis departments.

Salary Range: $70,000-90,000

This 120-bed medical center offers a compelling mix of small-town charm and cutting-edge healthcare technology, making it an attractive place to build a career.The hospital offers a comprehensive benefits portfolio, a supportive work culture, and ongoing opportunities for professional development. 

Living in Thomaston, GA means embracing a lifestyle that blends Southern hospitality with plenty of ways to stay active and entertained. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the scenic trails of Sprewell Bluff Park or enjoy fishing and kayaking along the Flint River. Indoors, residents can catch performances at the Ritz Theater or take part in community events at the Civic Center. The climate is generally mild, with average temperatures ranging from 38° in winter to 91° in summer, making it comfortable for year-round activities. Whether you're into hiking, history, or just soaking up the slower pace, Thomaston offers a welcoming backdrop for both work and play.

Job Summary:

Responsible for the management and administrative functions for the laboratory. Responsible for policy development and implementation, regulatory compliance and quality assurance. Supervision is exercised over laboratory supervisors, clinical staff and support staff.

Skill Requirements:

• Managing and authoring processes and procedures
• Training and presenting technical information to staff
• QA/QC of the departments
• Fiscal and budgeting responsibilities

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Evaluating laboratory operations consulting with pathologists; reporting results according to protocols mandated by the hospital and public health department
• Ensuring maintenance of medical laboratory equipment performance by developing operations, quality, and troubleshooting procedures; ensuring staff compliance; certifying instrument performance; arranging equipment replacement, service, and repair
• Maintaining medical laboratory supplies inventory, determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies
• Maintaining laboratory productivity, monitoring workload, identifying peak and slack periods
• Participating in the hospital quality assurance program; consulting with pathologists; performing proficiency surveys; reviewing QC & QA programs
• Maintaining medical laboratory staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, training employees, counseling, reviewing/evaluating and disciplining employees as needed
• Complying with state and professional continuing education licensure requirements
• Contributing to benchwork as needed

Education, Certification, & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in biology
• M(ASCP) or MLS(ASCP) or equivalent certification
• Two (2) years as lead or supervisor

Must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

HealthCare Connections, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other protected status pursuant to law. #IND