Director of Laboratory

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Las Cruces, NM

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About The Position

As the Director of Laboratory for Mountainview Regional Medical Center, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality care to our patients. Our employees benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a robust 401(k) retirement plan. Job Summary The Director of Laboratory oversees a wide variety of administrative, fiscal, and technical activities to ensure the efficient operation of the clinical laboratory and compliance with corporate policies. The Director of Lab is responsible for the quality control program, quality assurance, and the point-of-care testing programs within the clinical laboratory. The Director, Lab plans, organizes, directs, controls, and evaluates the work of the clinical laboratory and coordinating with other areas of the hospital, and is responsible for all personnel, including hiring, discipline, staff development, evaluation, and payroll. The Director, Lab acts as technical supervisor for clinical laboratory functions off-site and owned by the hospital, and assures the laboratory meets all regulatory requirements. (CAP, AABB, JCAHO, CLIA, etc.)

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field required or
Seven (7) plus years of direct experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree required
3-5 years of experience in a closely related field with a Bachelor's degree required
MLS - Medical Lab Scientist (Formally MT Certification) ASCP, AAB, CLS, or equivalent required

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree preferred
3-5 years of previous leadership experience preferred

Responsibilities

Completes employee evaluations in a timely manner and assesses staff competencies on an ongoing basis.
Demonstrates proficiency hospital wide and/or department specific computer software and technology.
Demonstrates fiscal accountability for department resources and the ability to achieve outcomes within allocated resources.
Communicates and supports the hospital's mission, vision, and values as well as departmental goals to all staff.
Defines performance objectives and metrics for the department.
Demonstrates skill sets for all relevant patient populations.
Collaborates with other departments to problem-solve ongoing issues that impact department/organization goals and/or patient care delivery.
Incorporates quality improvement data and/or patient satisfaction data into departmental goals.
Ensures accurate and timely reporting of department payroll.
Effectively plans the goals, objectives, and workflow of the clinical laboratory to achieve optimal performance.
Assures the laboratory is compliant with all regulatory agencies (CAP, AABB, Joint Commision, CLIA, etc) requirements.
Successfully meets department productivity goals by scheduling staff according to workload.
Effectively keeps abreast of changes in laboratory medicine and keeps SRMC laboratory current with these changes.
Evaluates the capital equipment needs of the laboratory and makes responsible recommendations for procurement.
Assures the laboratory meets corporate compliance policies.
Assures laboratory, billing issues, and errors are corrected promptly.
Effectively promotes, encourages, and provides continuing education opportunities for laboratory staff.
Represents the department at appropriate meetings and/or committees and actively participates in the facilities' PI program.
Works diligently to recruit and retain competent staff in the department and effectively manages staff disciplinary actions.
Manages departmental inventory, ordering, storage, and utilization as appropriate
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Provides leadership, mentorship, and professional development opportunities for departmental staff.
Schedules employees to ensure effective use of resources. Consults with leadership on any potential staffing issues.
Conducts performance evaluations, sets goals, and provides feedback to staff on their performance and development.
Collaborates with hospital leadership to set the strategic direction for the department, including budgeting, resource allocation, and long-term planning.
Monitors expenditures, ensuring cost-effective delivery of services.
Evaluates and implements new technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
Develops and implements departmental policies and procedures, and protocols to optimize quality and overall efficiencies.
Ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory bodies. May oversee the accreditation process with relevant agencies, ensuring that services meet or exceed industry standards.
Participates in audits, inspections, and accreditation processes as applicable.
Follows established quality control practices to ensure accuracy, consistency, and safety.
Works closely with leadership teams to coordinate and improve service delivery.
Stays up-to-date with industry advancements, new technologies, and regulatory changes.
May work in a staff role when required. Ensures that duties and responsibilities are fulfilled while meeting all competencies established for that job.