Laboratory Manager - Premier Healthcare Associates : Job Details
Laboratory Manager
Premier Healthcare AssociatesJob Location : Richmond,VA, USA
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Company parties
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Free food & snacks
Health insurance
Paid time off
Profit sharing
Vision insurance
JOB TITLE: Laboratory Manager
CLASSIFCATION:Full time salaried management staff
GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
This is a working, supervisory position, responsible for overseeing and managing all
aspects of the laboratory and phlebotomy for Premier Healthcare Associates, Inc.
REPORTING STRUCTURE: Reports directly to the Practice Administrator
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: (This list may not include all of the duties assigned and are included but not exclusive to duties required)
Manage and supervise laboratory and phlebotomy staff.
Manage and supervise all aspects of the laboratory and phlebotomy.
Provide general and technical supervision over laboratory services.
Be accessible to testing personnel at all times testing is performed, to provide on-site, telephone or electronic support.
Annually evaluating and documenting the performance of all testing personnel.
Interview and hire personnel as required with staff changes
Train new department staff
Recommend and implement Laboratory policies and procedures.
Monitor scheduled Quality Control and maintenance for all instruments and assays. Review and sign off at the end of each month.
Review and update forms used within the Department
Work with software support in updating and maintaining the LIS Orchard Harvest.
Identify and recommend solutions for any lab service problems.
Ensures patient test results are not reported until all corrective measures have been taken and the test system is functioning properly
Oversee and help perform calibration and calibration verification where required
Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested
Perform, review and sign off on proficiency testing. Evaluate and determine root cause of any failures
Oversee the Quality Assurance program and alter as needed
Order necessary supplies for the operation of the lab. Review invoices for accuracy
Cooperate with other departments to achieve practice objectives
Serve as chief liaison between the lab and physicians
Communicate effectively in all aspects of the job
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of and skill in performing current laboratory testing.
Assume the role of testing personnel and phlebotomist as needed, based on staffing levels and workload
Ability to resolve technical problems when action is needed
Knowledge of CLIA regulations
Ability to evaluate new equipment and procedures as needed
Stay abreast of changes in government regulations
Knowledge of OSHA regulations and act as practice OSHA officer including the office safety plan and staff OSHA training
Knowledge of medical terminology to communicate with medical staff
Literacy of computer system applications to include: word processing and spreadsheets.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff members, management staff, physicians, public organizations and patients.
Promotes teamwork among colleagues and collaborates to deal with complex systems
Must possess exceptional organizational and communication skills – both verbal and written
Must have a high tolerance level and must have the capability of working well independently as well as under supervision
EDUCATION:
Bachelor of Science in Laboratory Sciences, ASCP or equivalent certified.
EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of four-years of laboratory experience, with two years in a management role preferred.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employee is required to regularly stand; sit; walk; use hands to fingers to handle or feel; talk; hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 lbs. Specific vision abilities include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.