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Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.JOB DESCRIPTION:\nWorking at Abbott\nAt Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:\nCareer development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.\nAn excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution.\nA company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.\nA company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.\nPosition Overview\nThe Supervisor, Pre-Analytical Laboratory is responsible for supervision of team members and daily operations of the Pre-Analytical (Accessioning) department including, but not limited to, specimen box receipt process, test order processing, sample processing, material return and management of associated documents and records. They serve as a liaison between Accessioning and various functional groups including, but not limited to Histology, Customer Service, Analytical Laboratory, Process and Service Engineering, Information Technology, Human Resources, Quality, Supply Chain Management and Workplace Services groups to report and address immediate issues or concerns. They are also responsible for coordinating or leading the laboratory workflow and scheduling, troubleshooting high complexity technical and non-technical problems, building an effective team, managing projects and deliverables. Finally, they will participate in the development and administration of policies and procedures, contribute to contours process improvement to ensure consistent, high-quality process and best practices, and will support and participate in internal and external audits and quality management activity to ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements.\nShift: Tuesday - Saturday, 9:00AM-5:30 PM\nEssential Duties include but are not limited to the following:\nManage the daily operations of the pre-analytical laboratory department and ensure that all activities within department are performed and documented according to the established policies and procedures and aligned with the corporate goals.\nPerform bench work 20-30% of the time, for example sample receipt, order entry and specimen preparation, sample collection, and other lab activities as directed by Laboratory Manager.\nFollow and assess established Health and Safety procedures. Adhere and perform risk assessments. As well as understand, train, and enforce safety regulations.\nMaintain strong knowledge of HIPAA regulations.\nMeet at least monthly with direct reports. Provide coaching and constructive feedback, and career development discussions.\nWrite and deliver quarterly/year end feedback and build a positive team environment.\nProvide evaluation of new process improvements and make appropriate recommendations based on through evaluation of operational, quality and efficiency impact.\nCoordinate staff training in partnership with dedicated trainers.\nCoordinate and/or monitor laboratory workflow to maintain accountability for staff productivity and other quality measures.\nMaintain operations by monitoring staff workload, adjusting schedules as needed, monitors, and maintains productivity standards and identifies opportunity for efficiency gain and quality improvements.\nParticipate in the development, refinement and implementation of documents that affect the department.\nEstablish, review, and implement training plans and checklists to ensure compliance to corporate policies and procedures.\nTroubleshoot sample, system and process issues raised by staff, customers, or others.\nCollaborate with IT, Engineers, and other cross-functional team to identify and resolve on-going process or system issues. Support corporate or customer-experience improvement projects by providing ideas, business requirements or end-user feedback as assigned, by supporting troubleshooting, end-user testing or task execution, as assigned.\nCollaborate closely within Lab Operations, Quality and Customer Service to improve process efficiency and ensure that each specimen is properly processed to sustain operations and maximize resource utilization.\nRepresent the Accessioning department in cross-functional teams, as assigned.\nParticipate and manage the interview, selection, hiring and on-boarding of new staff.\nResponsible for coaching, mentoring, disciplining, and training of department personnel, conducting 1:1’s and fostering an environment of open communication, partnering with staff to create and execute personal development plans.\nProvide timely feedback to staff, manage staff performance, write, and deliver annual staff performance reviews.\nCommunicate goals clearly to employees to ensure understanding and success in achieving them.\nMotivate and inspire employees to do their best work through coaching.\nMaintain morale and support employee engagement initiatives.\nCommunicate timely and regularly to management, stakeholders, and staff to ensure effective change management and address potential issues in advance.\nParticipate in and/or assist with the preparation of internal and external audits and inspections.\nReview and maintain personnel files and department records in compliance with Quality Management System, applicable regulatory requirements such as CLIA, NY-CLIA, CAP, ISO standards and others.\nStrong communicator with ability to maintain open communication with internal employees, managers and customers as needed.\nAble to integrate and apply feedback in a professional manner.\nAble to prioritize and drive to results with a high emphasis on quality.\nAbility to work as part of a team.\nRecognized by others, internally and externally, for strong interpersonal skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills.\nExcellent listening, oral and written communication, and interpersonal skills.\nAbility to adapt to changes and identify ways to achieve goals.\nSelf-directed, result oriented, able to operate independently.\nAbility and desire to thrive in a high-pressure, data-driven, and highly regulated work environment.\nSupport and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.\nRegular and reliable attendance.\nAbility to work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for at least 50% of a typical working day.\nAbility to grasp with both hands; pinch with thumb and forefinger; turn with hand/arm; reach above shoulder height.\nAbility to use a telephone through a headset. • Ability to comply with any applicable personal protective equipment requirements. • Standing or sitting for long periods of time may be necessary. • Some lifting (greater than 25 pounds) may be necessary.\nMay perform repetitious actions using lab tools.\nAbility to use near vision to view samples at close range.\nUse of various chemicals may be used to perform duties.\nUphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.\nSupport and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.\nMaintain regular and reliable attendance.\nMay be exposed to hazardous materials and tissue, blood, and other body fluid samples.\nAbility to comply with any applicable PPE requirements.\nAbility to act with an inclusion mindset and model these behaviors for the organization.\n Minimum Qualifications\nHigh School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED), plus 4 years’ experience working in a laboratory or similar environment (i.e., Medical Data Entry, maintaining sample integrity following procedures and protocols, etc). Or\nAssociates Degree in Science, health science, or related field, plus 3 years’ experience working in a laboratory or similar environment (i.e., Medical Data Entry, maintaining sample integrity following procedures and protocols, etc). Or\nBachelor’s Degree in Science, Health Science, or related field, plus 2 years’ experience working in a laboratory or similar environment (i.e., Medical Data Entry, maintaining sample integrity following procedures and protocols, etc). • Previous supervisory experience or experience leading people or projects.\nExperience leading projects and/or project teams.\nProficient with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook.\nDemonstrated ability to perform the Essential Duties of the position with or without accommodation.\nAuthorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.\nPreferred Qualifications\nProven track or record of managing schedules.\nProfessional working knowledge with using laboratory information management systems.\nDemonstrated ability to write and update procedures.\nDemonstrated knowledge of GDP, CAP, CLIA and NY.\nExperience in a high-volume clinical pathology laboratory operation.\nDemonstrate understanding of medical terminology, laboratory terminology and medical billing.\nWe are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other status protected by applicable local, state or federal law. Applicable portions of the Company’s affirmative action program are available to any applicant or employee for inspection upon request.\nLearn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:https://abbottbenefits.com/\nFollow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.\nConnect with us at abbott.com, on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/abbott-/, and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AbbottCareers.\nThe base pay for this position is\n$90,000.00 - $180,000.00In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.\nJOB FAMILY:\nOperations QualityDIVISION:\nONCO Cancer DiagnosticsLOCATION:\nUnited States > Redwood City : 501 Galveston DrADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:\nWORK SHIFT:\nStandardTRAVEL:\nNoMEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:\nNoSIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:\nContinuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday), Lift, carry, push or pull weights of more than 20 pounds/9 kilos on a regular/daily basis, Routine work with chemicals, Work with human blood or other potentially infectious materialsAbbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.EEO is the Law link - 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