LABORATORY MANAGER - LABORATORY - FT DAYS (49945)

Job Details

Description

Job Summary : Under the direction and supervision of the Laboratory Director, coordinates and manages all aspects of the laboratory in the absence of the Laboratory Director.

Maintains staffing in order to assure competent completion of laboratory testing. Assists in interviews, evaluations, and corrective action.

Fulfills the job duties of staff technologist and lab assistants.

Job Responsibilities :

1. Coordinates and manages all aspects of the laboratory in the absence of the Laboratory Director.

2. Maintains staffing in order to assure competent completion of laboratory testing.

3. Demonstrates supervisor responsibilities and skills.

4. Assists lab section heads (chemistry, hematology, transfusion services, and LIS) in performing their section head job description.

5. Represents department in a professional manner.

6. Works 50% of their time at the bench and 50% of their time with management tasks.

7. Educates staff on updates and changes to procedures and materials for proper charging.

8. Conducts departmental rounding.

9. Assists in hiring and maintaining staff.

10. Revewing policies and procedures.

11. Attending meetings as needed.

12. Conduct departmental staff huddles.

Qualifications

Service and Quality Standards :

1. Service

Is Customer focused

Anticipates customer needs

Adheres to customer service standards

Is Competent, caring and compassionate

Treats coworkers and customers with dignity and respect

Demonstrates competent, caring and compassionate behavior

to customers and coworkers

2. People

Is conversation conscious

Assures confidentiality of patient and employee information

Is positive in interactions with others

Is courteous and respectful

Promotes a harassment free environment

Inspires the trust of others

Acts in accordance with hospital policies, meets the requirements of the Code of Conduct, and identifies any conflicts of interest.

3. Quality

Is excellent in patient care and service

Demonstrates multidisciplinary cooperation

Assists in obtaining excellent satisfaction scores of feedback

Is safety conscious

Demonstrates safety consciousness and supports safety initiatives

Is involved with improvement efforts

Supports performance improvement

Seeks ways to improve systems and services

Shows commitment to improvement efforts

Meets mandatory educational requirements

4. Growth

Is a loyal ambassador

Demonstrates commitment to hospital mission and vision

Is active and involved

Supports hospital initiatives

Champions innovation and supports change

Is a positive role model

Fosters team cooperation

5. Finance

Is a good steward of hospital resources

Develops / uses efficient work methods

Is cost effective

Conserves organizational resources

Education Requirements and Other Requirements :

Education Level :

Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology or equivalent required.

Certification / Licensure :

MT(ASCP) or equivalent

Experience Requirements :

Minimum five years experience as a Medical Technologist in a hospital laboratory.

Experience in various computer applications including Windows, NT.

Working Conditions : Exposure Category I : Tasks that involve exposure to blood , body fluids, or tissues. All procedures or other job-related tasks that involve an inherent potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids, or tissues, or a potential for spills or splashes of them, are Category I tasks.

Use of appropriate protective measures should be required for every employee engaged in Category I tasks.

Physical Activity :

NA 0-25% 26-75% 76-100%

Lift / Carry X

Push / Pull X

Reach Overhead X

Climb X

Squat / Bend / Kneel X

Sit X

Stand X

Walk / Move About X

The most significant duties have been included in this description. Other duties may be assigned and the hospital has the right to modify this job description as needed to accurately reflect assigned duties.