Laboratory Technical Supervisor - Microbiology

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

WORK SHIFT

Monday through Friday with rotating weekends. Schedule up for discussion but currently 8-430. Can be flexible from 7 to 5 day shift.

JOB SUMMARY

Supervises all technical activities and laboratory workers in the performance of moderate and high complexity clinical lab procedures for the specialty sections of the laboratory as assigned. Exercises independent judgment and decision making skills in the practice of laboratory medicine. Participates in employee performance evaluations, counseling and commendations. Serves as a role model for staff working under supervision. Complies with organization’s C.A.R.E.S. standards.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor of Science degree and National Board Certification as a Medical Technologist or Medical Laboratory Scientist. Current or Temporary Louisiana license as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist-Generalist (CLS-G). Requires a minimum of 4 years full time laboratory experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 50 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.

Physical Effort required:

Constant (67%-100%) – handling/feeling, talking, hearing, seeing

Frequently (34%-66%) - reaching

Occasionally (1%-33%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, balancing, stooping, crouching

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found b y clicking here , before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.