Five years of clinical laboratory experience with two years supervisory experience.
Other Credentials:
Knowledge and Skills:
Knowledge of spreadsheet and word processing software, LIS, and HIS. Possesses excellent organizational, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously and ability to respond quickly in a fast paced environment.
Special Training:
National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS) program preferred.
Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities:
Usual Work Day:
8 Hours
Reporting Relationships
Does this position formally supervise employees? Yes
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Consults and informs Administrative and Medical Directors of Laboratory Services of activities, needs, and problems in all Laboratory areas of responsibility. Performs required administrative and reporting functions to ensure proper and efficient operation.
Provides for necessary personnel coverage for all shifts reviewing and approving schedules of work assignments and exercises discretion and judgement to ensure that employees have current information needed to perform tests.
Manages a number of subordinate supervisors who supervise employees in the Laboratory, and is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these units.
Oversees cost control measures in the utilization of departmental supplies, materials, and equipment. Assists in the development, implementation, and maintenance of the Laboratory's operating and capital budgets.
Participates in interviewing, hiring, and training of employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints; and resolving problems.
Resolves technical operational, system, and other related issues, and ensures achievement of operational efficiency and effectiveness.
Performs the duties of the Administrative Director of Laboratory Services in his/her absence.
Attends, participates, and provides constructive input as a member or leader of multidisciplinary activities or committees.
Ensures quality testing, and compliance with established laws, regulations, practices, policies, and procedures.
Evaluates that proper safety precautions and infection control measures are implemented to ensure safety of patients, staff, and others.
Assists in the management of the study, analysis, and implementation of quality improvement, patient c
Benefits
Health insurance
Additional Information
Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.
Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.
The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).
Pay Range:
$97,947.20 - $127,982.40
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Position Overview
SUMMARY (Basic Purpose of the Job)
Manages the day-to-day activities and resources of Capital Health (CH) Laboratory to provide inpatient and outpatient laboratory services. Develops, maintains and administers clinical laboratory policies, processes and procedures. Ensures laboratory operations are within approved budgetary parameters. Manages through subordinate supervisors the activities of the Laboratory. Manages the overall efficient operation of the section. Provides overall technical and supervisory direction to ensure that laboratory services comply with standards established by IHS Laboratory Services, CAP, AABB, FDA, OSHA, AND JCAHO and other regulatory agencies.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education:
Bachelor's degree.