Lab Manager

Sonoma Specialty Hospital•Sebastopol, CA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lab Manager is responsible for the technical and scientific oversight of the laboratory. The Lab Manager must be available to the lab on an as-needed basis to provide supervision and/or to perform regular testing. The Lab Manager will be responsible for project planning and development; staff development and training; budget preparation; regulatory compliance; contract negotiations for equipment, maintenance and supplies; and productivity and performance improvement.

Requirements

Current CA CLS license
B.A. or B.S. degree and completion of an accredited Med Tech training program
3-5 years management or supervisory experience in a clinical laboratory
At least five years hospital IT managerial experience preferred.
Experience with Electronic Medical Record systems implementation required.
Knowledge of CLIA, Title 22, CAP, AABB, local, state, federal regulations required.
Strong interpersonal skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills including customer service skills
Expertise in using all Microsoft Office products including Excel.
Attention to detail
Works effectively with others
Ability to anticipate, recognize and meet the needs of patients.
Flexible schedule upon need
Basic managerial skills, including coaching and mentoring
A team player, adaptive and collaborative while working across the organization.
Demonstrates good judgment and discretion regarding confidentiality of sensitive issues.
iQCP knowledge and implementation ability

Responsibilities

Perform lab specimen testing for all ages of patients in order to provide accurate and timely diagnostic data in accordance with established procedures and policies.
Evaluate the validity of results to determine if the value is outside the expected norms; documents and verbally reports all panic and critical test results to patient care area according to procedure.
Collects and monitors necessary data and documentation to maintain all necessary licensing and certifications for the laboratory.
Responsible for quality control studies, calibration and equipment maintenance to ensure accuracy of clinical lab data; recognize and report problems and document corrective action.
Demonstrate effective organization and set appropriate priorities by completing assignments within prescribed timeframes; responsible for scheduling, staffing, timecards and daily operations of the lab.
Contribute to the effective communication needs of the department by providing timely and accurate communication in a positive manner, including performance appraisals, hiring, counseling and assisting callers or visitors.
Maintain a safe, clean environment for all members of the health care team including collecting and disposing of specimens and other contaminated material according to established procedure with adherence to standards of infection control and blood/body fluid precautions and protective equipment when necessary.
Demonstrate and maintain commitment for self-growth and competency including completion of all mandatory education requirements according to hospital and department standards and state licensing standards.
Monitors staff licensing and certifications to assure they are current and accurate.
Participate fully in department activities; provide input into staff discussion, problem-solving efforts and follow-up.
Effectively uses all computer equipment, programs and instrument interfaces related to departmental operating functions.
Responsible for proficiency testing activities to assure accurate test performance and resulting.
Responsible for yearly staff competency evaluations and appraisals.
Meeting attendance including but not limited to quality council, safety, hospital management.