CHEMISTRY SECTION CHIEF (DAYS with WEEKEND ROTATION)

Job Category: Patient Services

Requisition Number: CHEMI002972

Posted: May 19, 2026

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Determines normal and abnormal components of body fluids by conducting chemical analyses of blood, urine, spinal fluids, and gastric juices. Performs required manual dilutions. Ensures successful/acceptable performance of all periodic evaluations and reports required for Chemistry test menu. Ensures reference testing is performed timely including follow-up for rejected tests. Performs diagnostic qualitative testing and ensures test validity before reporting. Ensures operation of analyzers and other laboratory equipment by calibrating; completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques. Maintains laboratory supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies. Conserves laboratory resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results. Provides medical technology information by answering questions and requests. Prepares reports of technological findings by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies. Maintains inter- and intradepartmental work flow by fostering a spirit of cooperation. Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control and hazardous waste policies and protocols; following identification procedures. Maintains patient confidence and protects the hospital by keeping information confidential. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Anticipates and responds effectively to emergency and stressful situations. Adheres to hospital policies regarding punctuality and absences and is flexible with scheduling. Performs any and all job duties as assigned by Director for completion of job requirements.

Qualifications: Education

Required: Bachelors or better in Clinical Laboratory Science or related field.

Required: Medical Technologist