Manager of Laboratory

KH Summary:

Since 1922, Kittson Healthcare prides itself on providing continuous service to the citizens of Kittson County and surrounding areas. Today, Kittson Healthcare is a twelve-bed acute care federally designated Critical Access Hospital and fifty bed long term care facility which also includes a home healthcare agency, 8 bed assisted living facility and an ambulance service. There is a medical clinic located in the complex as well as a satellite medical clinic in Karlstad, Minnesota. We strive to treat every patient or resident that walks through our doors with highly personalized care. Our patients are not just numbers. They are family, neighbors, teachers, and community members.

Department: Laboratory

Supervised by: CEO

Supervises: Medical Laboratory Technicians, Medical Technologists

Status: Non-Exempt

Job Summary:

The role of a Medical Laboratory Manager involves overseeing the operations of a medical laboratory, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and maintaining high-quality testing procedures. This position requires effective management of laboratory staff, coordination of workflow, and implementation of new technologies to enhance laboratory efficiency. Additionally, the manager is responsible for budget management, inventory control, and fostering a safe working environment while ensuring accurate and timely reporting of laboratory results. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for collaborating with healthcare professionals and addressing any issues that may arise within the laboratory setting.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Proficiently be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Expertise in laboratory operations and management.  
• Proficient in quality control and regulatory compliance.  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.  
• Effective leadership and team management skills.  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in medical technology or related field.
• Certification for MLT or MLS.
• Certification for ASCP or AMT.
• 3 – 5 years of experience in a clinical laboratory setting.
• 1 years of leadership experience.
• Knowledge of laboratory regulations and quality control standards.
• Must pass MN background check and fingerprinting
• Complete TB test within the first 4 weeks of employment.

 Job Schedule/Location(s):

• Hallock, MN, Karlstad, MN
• Full-time
• Monday thru Friday 8- 10 hour shift with potential of one weekend per month & one night on call per week
• Holiday rotation

 Why Work for US:

Full-time/Part-time

• Medical - Select plans are HSA eligible with employer contribution.
• Dental - Single plan is 100% employer paid.
• Vision - Single plan is 100% employer paid.
• Basic Life and AD&D - 100% employer paid policy with optional employee paid voluntary life AD&D.
• PTO/Extended Time Off.
• 403b plan - 3% employer match.
• Educational Scholarships.
• Employer paid CNA Training and Certification available.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Cell phone discount.