Laboratory Manager (Full-Time, Exempt)

Job Descriptions:

POSITION SUMMARY

The Laboratory Manager is responsible for planning, implementing, administering, and monitoring laboratory services by supervising the department to achieve quality patient care. In addition to leadership and administrative responsibilities, this role maintains clinical competency and provides direct bench coverage and on-call support as needed to ensure continuous, high-quality laboratory services.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manages day-to-day operations of the laboratory and RHC laboratory department.

• Participates in the stratebic planning for the organization in relation to building and maintaining programs.

• Recruits and develops a qualified and productive workforce.

• Maintains employee relations by promoting a positive work environment, influencing retention, and enhancing communication.

• Manages departmental financial operations.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Hours: Minimum 40 hours/week, 8:00am-5:00pm, Monday-Friday

Required Experience:

Education, Experience:

• Graduate of Bachelor of Science from approved Medical Technology or Medical Laboratory Scientist Program.

• Registered Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Scientist by the Board of Registry of the American Society of Clinical Pathologists or equivalent certification or reconginized national or state agency.

• Minimum of 4 years general laboratory experience.

Certificates, Licensure, Registrations:

• ASCP Certification or equivalent

• Basic Life Support (BLS)

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reason able accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skil, and/or ability required.

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide

• Ability to read, interpret, and take action as it relates to basic documentation and information

• Ability to use computer systems, computer navigation, and Internet

• Ability to write reports and correspondence

• Ability to adapt to change

• Ability to problem solve

• Interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with customers and all members of the team.

EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, MATERIALS

• Knowledge or computer hardware equipment and software applications relevant to work functions.

Keyword: Laboratory Manager

From: Pender Community Health