Laboratory Services Manager - St. Rita's Hospital - Lima

The Manager Lab manages all aspects of laboratory services for the clinical laboratory at designated sites. The Manager interacts with other hospital services to support coordination of patient care activities and achieve performance improvement activities. They ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.

• Works to improve Laboratory operations and establish objectives related to quality metrics. Monitors quality indicators to identify opportunities for improvement and submits monthly reports of monitors. Presents results of quality improvement activities at Regional Laboratory Management and Hospital Quality committees.
• Manages laboratory department including hiring, staffing, scheduling, and onboarding of new employees. Schedules staff to meet laboratory service requirements, productivity goals, and staffing budget.
• Evaluates the performance of department staff and completes performance assessments with input from Lead Technologists or Supervisors. Counsels staff concerning issues that require investigation and works toward resolution.
• Maintains effective internal communication with staff, management, and other regional managers. Collaborates with other hospital departments and physicians as needed to resolve problems and complaints.
• Serves as facilitator for regional laboratory committees and coordinates activities for completion of projects and implementation of new procedures.
• Monitors laboratory expenses to meet budgetary goals. Works with their leader and participates in forecasting, planning, and budgeting. Works with their leader and collaborates with other members of the management team to develop plans for capital replacement and acquisition.
• Develops and reviews general laboratory procedure and policy manuals. Monitors staff adherence to established hospital and laboratory policies, including safety.
• Ensures compliance with the CAP terms of accreditation and other applicable regulations, along with their leader. Serves as point person to manage general laboratory requirements including employee competency, proficiency testing, accreditation activities, safety, and document control.

MLS Medical Lab Scientist Certification or eligible by a nationally recognized certification agency (preferably ASCP) required

For RSFH: MLS Medical Lab Scientist Certification or CT Cytotechnologist or HTL Scientist in Histotechnology by a nationally recognized certification agency (preferably ASCP) required

Bachelors, Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Laboratory Science/Biomedical Science/Biology/Biochemistry

from a Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) approved program (required)

5 years experience in a laboratory tech setting (required)

Previous experience in a leadership position in a laboratory tech environment (required)

None

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur

May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse

May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights

May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids*

May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials*

May have periods of constant interruptions

General office environment

Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions

Prolonged periods of working alone

Other:
Intermittent exposure to fumes and odors

* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

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