Manager, Medical Technologist - Lennar

The UHealth Laboratories Department at the University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for a Manager, Medical Technologists.

The Manager, Medical Technologists provides leadership and management for clinical laboratory procedures, quality assurance, and instrument maintenance. The Manager, Medical Technologists plans and implements the overall laboratory policies, procedures, and services for the assigned unit. Additionally, an employee in this position ensures efficient and effective departmental operations, including department quality control and compliance adherence. The Manager, Medical Technologists also manages and oversees personnel, coordinates services with reference laboratories and vendors, and collaborates with other laboratories and departments to provide high quality integrated patient care.

Further, the incumbent oversees the development of various monthly and quarterly reports and actively improves the functions of the laboratory services.

• 1. Manages teams of medical technologists responsible for performing basic tests and laboratory procedures. Communicates and disseminates general information and policy or procedure changes to personnel.
• 2. Ensures that the proper laboratory equipment is in place. Monitors equipment performance, diagnoses instrument problems and malfunctions, and makes repairs or initiates service requests.
• 3. Plans, prioritizes, and directs work activities to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• 4. Investigates and resolves problems concerning patient testing and procedures.
• 5. Assists with interviewing and selecting new staff. Participates in the formal progressive disciplinary process. Conducts, monitors, and evaluates the effectiveness of employee performance improvement plans.
• 6. Participates in the design and implementation of new procedures and instrumentation.
• 7. Monitors quality control and assurance, proficiency testing, and implements corrective actions.
• 8. Coordinates and participates in continuing education activities and events.
• 9. Monitors employee compliance with approved regulatory and departmental guidelines.
• 10. Assists in developing the strategic goals and objectives for the section.
• 11. Develops, implements, and evaluates training programs.
• 12. Assists with the development of competency assessment tools.
• 13. Participates in the review, revision, and implementation of standard operating procedures.
• 14. Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures. Ensures employees are trained in controls within the function and on University policy and procedures.

Education :
Bachelor's degree in relevant field required

Experience :
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience required

Certification and Licensing : FLDOH - Clinical Laboratory Supervisor

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Operational Management:
  Optimizes day-to-day operations and processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Organizational Development:
  Ability to implement strategies to improve organizational effectiveness, engagement, and manage change.
• Financial Oversight:
  Knowledge of financial operations and management.
• Team Leadership:
  Ability to create and maintain a cohesive and productive team environment, build positive working relationships and work collaboratively with others.
• Technical Proficiency:
  Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication:
  Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey ideas clearly and persuasively.

• Oversees laboratory operations for the Lennar and Kendall laboratories.
• Prepares monthly schedules to ensure…