Laboratory Manager

Job Description

Job Description

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

1.         Knowledge of and skill in performing current laboratory testing.

2.         Assume the role of testing personnel and phlebotomist as needed, based on staffing levels and workload

3.         Ability to resolve technical problems when action is needed

4.         Knowledge of CLIA regulations

5.         Ability to evaluate new equipment and procedures as needed

6.         Stay abreast of changes in government regulations

7.         Knowledge of OSHA regulations and act as practice OSHA officer including the office safety plan and staff OSHA training

8.         Knowledge of medical terminology to communicate with medical staff

9.         Literacy of computer system applications to include : word processing and spreadsheets.

10.       Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff members, management staff, physicians, public organizations and patients.

11.       Promotes teamwork among colleagues and collaborates to deal with complex        systems

12.       Must possess exceptional organizational and communication skills – both verbal and written

13.       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.