What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of MLS Program (Med Lab Science Director of Education) position at Relig Staffing, Inc.?

Position Name : Director of MLS Program (Med Lab Science Director of Education)

Side Note

PLEASE MAKE SURE CANDIDATES ARE AWARE THAT THIS IS NOT A DIRECTOR OF LAB POSITION BUT A DIRECTOR EDUCATOR ROLE

Facility Name : Rapides Regional Medical Center

Rapides Regional Medical Center is a 350 bed hospital and ER in Alexandria, Louisiana. We offer services ranging from Cancer Care to Wound Care. Our medical staff includes doctors in more than 30 medical specialties. At Rapides Regional we believe that well-defined values are the key to nurturing staff and patient satisfaction. By joining our team, you contribute to the positive culture of the hospital. This culture impacts the well-being of patients and their families. It also impacts your colleagues, and your own personal job satisfaction. Learn what our commitment to patient satisfaction, service excellence and professional expertise can do for your career.

Job Summary and Qualifications

Responsible for the organization, administration, instruction, evaluation, continuous quality improvement, curriculum planning and development, directing other program faculty / staff, and general effectiveness of the MLS Education program;

Participates in the budget preparation process for the MLS Education program

Responsible for maintaining NAACLS accreditation of the program.

Has regular and consistent contact with students, faculty and program personnel.

Plans and coordinates all student learning activities including lectures, tests, and grades.

Demonstrates understanding by following all policies and procedures established by hospital and laboratory departments.

Assists in the teaching and training of fellow employees and students performing laboratory tasks.

Compliance with and documentation of all regulatory standards, policies, and procedures.

The MLS program director must have a faculty or clinical appointment at the sponsoring institution.

Uses good problem-solving skills and judgment in dealing with problem situations .

What qualifications you will need :

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES :

At least three years teaching experience.

Master s or Doctoral degree.

Bachelor s degree from a U.S. accredited college or university with a major in Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or a chemical, physical or biological science is required.

ASCP-BOC or ASCPi -BOC generalist certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or nationally recognized certification / licensure for international or non-US programs.

Current Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners Clinical Laboratory Scientist License is required.

Knowledge of education methods and administration as well as current NAACLS accreditation procedures and certification procedures.

BLS within 30 days of employment is required.

Completion of a NAACLS approved school of Medical Technology is preferred.

Benefits

Rapides Regional Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include :

Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.

Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.

Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing

401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock

Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.

Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more

Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts

Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships

Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)

Colleague recognition program

Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)

Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note : Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Additional Information :

Does this position need to have recent acute care experience (Within the last year)? NO

What is the support system for this role? For example, Managers; supervisors that help support the leader.

This person oversees the entire Medical Laboratory Sciences program at the facility.

Other laboratory staff perform some of the lectures and the majority of the bench teaching. However, about half of the lectures are performed by this individual

Who does this position report to?

This person answers to the Laboratory Director and Laboratory Manager.

Why is the position open?

Previous MLS Program Director took similar position under the Louisiana State University system

How long has it been open? May 2024 Accrediting Agency (NAACLS) requires position not be vacant more than 6 months

How many total beds are in the unit? n / a

How many FTEs? Entire Department = Clinical Lab (37) Phlebotomy (22) MLS / Phleb Schools (1) up to 10 students (combined MLS / PHleb)

What additional departments are they over? This individual is over School of Medical Laboratory Sciences and School of Phlebotomy

Have you extended any offers to candidates? No

What are the qualities that you like and dislike in candidates that you have seen so far?

What level trauma is this facility? Level II However, direct or indirect patient care does not play a role in this position

How does your interview process work? 1. Initial review of Resume by Laboratory Director and Manager

2. Initial Interview with Lab Director, Lab Manager, and possibly one other individual

3. If felt necessary, interview with other teaching staff (clinical Supervisors and MLS s)

Who is the first interview call scheduled with? Lab Director or Lab Manager

Preference for first interview : Phone call / zoom / onsite Any However onsite is ultimately required

Do you have virtually? Yes

Who will be included in peer interviews? Some of the Clinical Laboratory Staff and Supervisors who perform student lectures / bench labs

Who has final say on hiring? Lab Director

Salary Range : $26 - $36.61 / hr ($54-76k). We may be able to go up to $40 / hr for a very strong candidate. (BASED ON YEARS OF EXPREIENCE) Sign on : Case By Case (Not Guaranteed) Relocation Assistance : Up to $7kFee : 20 %

Salary : $26 - $37

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