Laboratory Manager

Job Requirements

Position Summary

The Laboratory Manager is responsible for all aspects of departmental operations, including clinical operations, administrative functions, regulatory compliance, budget and fiscal accountability, strategic planning, process improvement, employee engagement, personnel management and service excellence. He/she must be able to provide and understand the specific communication, developmental and treatment needs of patients, families and visitors ranging in age from neonate-birth to geriatrics. . The manager serves as a liaison collaborating with all disciplines that interact with the Laboratory Department. He/she also abides by the Standards of Behavior and complies with departmental policies, procedures and regulations.

Minimum Requirements

Education
• Bachelor degree in Medical Technology or related area
• MT (ASCP or equivalent registry), HT or HLT (ASCP)
• Five years of clinical laboratory experience
• In-depth knowledge of the section's operations

Experience

• Five years laboratory experience with in-depth knowledge of laboratory operations

License/Registration/Certifications
• Certification by an acceptable laboratory registry as an MT, or MLS

Preferred Requirements

Preferred Education
• N/A

Preferred Experience
• Experience working in a large hospital laboratory setting as well as previous supervisory experience.

Preferred License/Registration/Certifications
• ASCP

Core Job Responsibilities
• Performs all responsibilities related to revenue, expenses, budget, positions and FTEs to ensure financial accountability for all cost center(s). Reports documented variances to Director on a monthly or as needed basis. Complies with all instructions and adheres to any time frames in the budget calendars or budget instructions.
• Must possess an in-depth technical knowledge of all sections of responsibility and must perform competently in all areas of responsibility.
• Must possess reasonably high level of mental acuity with special attention to detail.
• Must be able to withstand the stress and demands of an active position.
• Must possess manual dexterity, good eye-hand coordination, adequate vision and hearing.
• Must possess ability to cooperate as a team member with positive interactions.
• Must maintain strict confidentiality of work-related information.
• Must posses ability to make decisions and use appropriate judgement.
• Must be able to respond calmly and efficiently in crisis situations.
• Adapts leadership style to various situations and individuals, demonstrating good interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to communicate professionally with physicians, management and staff.
• Ensures all employees are given regular, timely feedback on performance with appropriate consequences for good and poor performance.
• Must be able to work irregular and flexible hours as needed.
• While these standards are intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary.