Manager Cellular Therapy Lab

JOB DESCRIPTION

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Work Shift

Work Day(s)

Monday-Friday

Shift Start Time

Variable

Shift End Time

Variable

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

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Job Description

Manages the accurate and efficient performance of all work assignments. Develops new procedures to be performed within the laboratory.

Experience

• 10 years of experience with marrow processing / cell culture in both a clinical and research environment
• 3 years of experience in management / administrative in a healthcare setting
• Experience in good manufacturing practices procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• Post-graduate degree in Business and / or health service field
• Clinical licensure in related field

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Certification Summary

No professional certifications required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must possess excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
• Strategic planning and evaluation
• Financial analysis and management
• Team / partnership orientation
• Conflict resolution
• Problem-solving
• Listening
• Staff development
• Time management
• Physician relations
• Personal organization and time management
• Human relations and teamwork
• Personal adaptability and motivation

Job Responsibilities

• Supervises laboratory employees.
• Coordinates work / assignment schedules and vacation / holidays.
• Ensures all employees are knowledgeable in current applicable technologies and skills.
• Trains employees in all lab standard operating procedures.
• Writes employee annual evaluations.
• Monitors employee performance, including counseling and discipline when necessary to ensure optimal employee performance.
• Manages day-to-day activities of the laboratory.
• Writes all standard operating procedures, including validations and audits.
• Performs workflow analysis for effective and efficient operation.
• Oversees lab financial performance, including patient charge integrity and preparation of annual budget.
• Reports adverse reactions, accidents, and deviations / variances and implements corrective action plans.
• Oversees capital asset acquisition and management.
• Troubleshoots equipment issues and ensures timely preventative maintenance and quality assurance.
• Writes reports of all processing activity for chart distribution.
• Liaises with blood and marrow transplant and other Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center faculty for research study design and implementation.
• Backs up clinical techs as necessary for all laboratory processing procedures.
• Supervises completion of laboratory operational components.
• Collaborates with blood and marrow transplant coordinators for feasibility and workflow.
• Implements planned validations and audits.
• Documents control and record retention.
• Manages inventory control, including product storage.
• Oversees assay development and validation.
• Oversees laboratory chemical hygiene and safety.
• Reviews processing charts and quality / audit procedures.
• Liaises with other internal hospital laboratories for optimal workflow.
• Supports regulatory / external relationships.
• Serves as primary contact and compliance assurance for regulatory agencies, e.g., Food and Drug Administration, state of Georgia, and Foundation for the Accreditation of Cellular Therapy.
• Reports adverse events and deviations to external agencies.
• Writes, obtains approval, and maintains external contracts related to laboratory activity.
• Liaises with external vendors for contract compliance.
• Writes quality and validation reports for external dissemination.
• Ensures research activity documentation and training.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or directed to meet the goals and objectives of the department and the organization.
• Responsible for all aspects of managing and leading a team including interviewing, hiring, training, developing, directing work and processes, managing performance, recognizing, and rewarding employees.
• Mentor team members to encourage personal and professional growth.
• Encourage ongoing skill development by providing opportunities for continued education.

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Primary Location Address

1405 Clifton Rd NE

Job Family

Laboratory Services