Clinical Lab Manager, Martha's Vineyard Hospital

Mass General Brigham•Oak Bluffs, MA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Lab Manager is responsible for the laboratory’s daily operations, including staffing, workflow, quality, safety, and regulatory compliance. The role provides daily management and strategic direction for the laboratories and ensures compliance with applicable regulatory agencies, including FACT, Joint Commission, OSHA, and CLIA. The position does not require patient care.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Laboratory Sciences.
Medical Technologist (ASCP) certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC).
5–7 years of laboratory experience.
3–5 years of demonstrated leadership experience in a hospital-based CLIA laboratory.
Detailed knowledge of regulatory requirements, including FACT, Joint Commission, and CLIA.
Expert knowledge of laboratory health and safety protocols.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Strong knowledge of personnel and employment practices.
Ability to manage staffing levels and workloads effectively.
Ability to interview and train new employees effectively.

Nice To Haves

Histotechnician/Histology Technician [HT(ASCP)] certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC).

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain quality assurance systems to ensure high performance and effective remedial action when performance deviates from specifications.
Assign, monitor, and supervise work to ensure compliance with laboratory SOPs and applicable federal, state, and regulatory requirements, including health and safety and patient confidentiality.
Ensure the laboratory is prepared for regulatory reviews and inspections, including Joint Commission and FACT inspections.
Coordinate clinical trials with principal investigators, study coordinators, quality assurance, and compliance.
Conduct interviews and recommend candidates for hiring in accordance with department policies to ensure adequate laboratory staffing.
Manage staff training and education, including required department training in safety, infection control, and compliance.