Health Services Manager, Renton Lab: Microbiology

Position: Health Services Manager, Renton Central Lab: Microbiology
## Health Services Manager, Renton Central Lab:
Microbiology Apply remote type:
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Renton, WAtime type:
Full time posted on:
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- ** Job Description
**** Who we’re looking for:
** The UW Medicine - Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology (DLMP) in Renton, WA has a fantastic opportunity for a
** Health Services Manager
** with the
** Microbiology Lab
** at the
** Renton Central Lab**.Under the direction of the UW Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology (DLMP) Division of Infectious Disease Diagnostics (DIDD) Assistant Director, the Health Services Manager (HSM) oversees and manages the operations of the Microbiology laboratory, including, but not limited to, lab preanalytical and analytical automation, as well as manual and specialized testing in microbiology and rapid and molecular testing.

The HSM plans, organizes, and supervises all areas by effectively utilizing employees and state-of-the art equipment to meet established performance and productivity metrics. The HSM ensures maximum operational efficiencies, as well as provides direct on-site analysis of day-to-day operations. This includes adjustment of specimen workflow, test performance, quality, compliance preventive maintenance, safety, continuing education, and student programs for the Microbiology Lab.

The HSM performs fiscal activities, including, but not limited to, FTE management, budget development, recommending budgetary goals based on prior performance and known upcoming expenses, and managing division expenditures to maintain the expected budget. The HSM works collaboratively with colleagues both inside and outside of the department, participates in process improvement projects, and leads staff development and engagement.
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* Work schedule:

*** 100% FTE
* Work schedule to be discussed with the hiring manager
* Day shift
** What you’ll contribute:
*** Core Technical, Administrative, and Operations (55%)
** Provides technical and administrative management and leadership to the Microbiology Laboratory.
* In conjunction with faculty and the DIDD Assistant Director, sets goals for the laboratory.  Participate in division goals and policies and plans strategies to ensure the division can meet future demands. Manages change and fosters innovation and improvement in laboratory functions using technological advances with direct application for laboratory-based diagnoses.
* Consults with and informs the DIDD Assistant Director, Division Head, Central Laboratory Director, and Medical Directors of Laboratory Operations of activities, needs, and problems. Ensures proper and efficient operations and implements strategic initiatives.
* Oversees the development of novel educational tools/programs for training, maintaining technical competency, and QA/QI.
* Oversees the development of optimized laboratory utilization algorithms; collaborates with existing clinical and research units to support ongoing laboratory projects.
* Develops and implements departmental and divisional policies and changes in procedures; consults regularly with the laboratory directors. Ensure all policies and procedures are clear and understood by faculty and staff.
* Evaluates and recommends equipment needs; manages the selection of equipment and supplies. Supports negotiations of contracts and pricing for equipment, standing orders, and service contracts.
* Ensures compliance with all federal and state regulations as well as accrediting requirements that impact laboratory operations.
* Acts as liaison for the laboratory with other healthcare personnel.
* Utilizes strong interpersonal skills to resolve service-related problems with other divisions or departments.
* Directs and reviews quality control standards and programs;…