Lab Manager - Hematopathology

NYU Langone Health • New York, NY

11d • $160,000 - $189,000 • Onsite

About The Position

NYU Langone Health is seeking a Lab Manager for the Hematopathology/Flow Cytometry division at the ACC 38th Street Molecular Pathology Laboratory. This role is responsible for overseeing the technical operations, managing quality and quantity of work, procedures, personnel, and costs. The Lab Manager will formulate goals, assign objectives, establish standards of practice, and ensure continuity of services across all sites. Key responsibilities include supervising all techniques and procedures in the flow cytometry laboratory, overseeing validations and implementation of new tests, and ensuring quality control and improvement. The position also requires assuring compliance with all regulatory standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in the laboratory science, biology, chemistry or related discipline from an accredited college or university.
• NYSDOH Licensed as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist.
• 5 years of supervisory experience in flow cytometry.
• Effective oral, written, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates above average knowledge or expertise in dealing with scientific principals involved in the methodology performed; as well as alternative methodologies and their application to a given situation.
• Excellent computer ability.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree in laboratory science, biology, chemistry, management, business, public health or related field.
• ASCP Certification in Flow Cytometry.
• 6-10 years supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of Epic Beaker LIS.

Responsibilities

• Management of flow cytometry staff: assigns responsibilities, establishes work hours, monitors staffing and approves necessary overtime. Develops new workflow plans to ensure efficient laboratory operations. Chairs monthly staff meetings to communicate relevant issues. Prioritizes work responsibly and consistently with needs of department. Reviews technical work performed by staff to ensure consistent high quality.
• Staff Development, Evaluation, Counseling and Personnel related activities: Oversees supervision of the flow cytometry staff. Interviews perspective employees, evaluates and documents staff performance and performs personnel counseling/discipline. Monitors staff workload and productivity. Recognizes and identifies staff needs and develops programs to meet needs. Participates in staff retention and recruitment activities. Provides staff in-service/training as required. Conducts annual performance and competency reviews and maintains employee files. Offers guidance and provides resources for improving performance standards. Ensures staff compliance with all required annual training.
• Procedure Development: Develops, implements and ensures that flow cytometry laboratory policies and procedures are current and relevant and consistent with regulatory standards. Maintains and updates policy and procedure manuals for the laboratory. Ensures required sign-off by staff & directors. Oversees test validation in conjunction with the Hematopathology Director. Establishes compliant quality control processes for testing.
• Quality Control: Participates in ongoing development/modification of the laboratory's quality control program and requirements for regulatory agencies as they relate to the flow cytometry laboratory. Develops quality control standards for flow cytometry processes. Ensures that all quality control logs and equipment and temperature records are maintained. Ensures laboratory compliance with all accreditation agency standards (including: Joint Commission, CAP, and NYSDOH). Monitors and maintains required departmental and statistical records and reports. Works collaboratively with Senior Administrative Director, Director of AP Operations, Director of Quality Systems and Medical Director on QA initiatives.
• Planning and Budgeting/Cost Containment: Participates in cost control activities by seeking the most effective method of delivering quality services, and maintains an awareness of the cost impact of decisions and actions. Utilizes audit reports, MFR data and Epic Beaker data to effectively manage lab & enhance lab productivity. Understands operational and capital budget process as required by director.
• Equipment procurement: Meets with vendors and evaluates new equipment and technologies. Works with vendors to secure reagent and contract pricing. Ensures all equipment is consistently maintained. Orders and uses supplies and resources effectively. Monitors and maintains inventory control; monitor and schedule all standing orders for flow cytometry laboratory.
• Time utilization/Behavioral Standards: Acts appropriately in prioritizing and coordinating responsibilities and duties to ensure smooth operation of the laboratory consistent with needs of department. Cooperates and communicates effectively with staff and directors. Follows up requests in timely and effective manner.
• Reports/Documentation: Works in conjunction with Senior Administrative Director and Director of AP Operations to prepare reports regarding business analysis and future growth opportunities. Ensures compliance with all departmental documentation.
• Flow Cytometry Tech Duties: Participates in specimen prep, processing and analysis of flow cytometric data of clinical cases for diagnostic purposes when necessary. Results other tests (CD34, lymphocyte subset) as necessary. Performs QA/QC of technical work.
• House Staff Training: Participates by assisting pathologists in training residents and fellows as needed.

Benefits

• Financial security benefits
• Generous time-off program
• Employee resources groups for peer support
• Holistic employee wellness program (physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior