Laboratory Manager

Essentia Health • Fargo, ND

14d

About The Position

Responsible for the oversight of clinic and/or hospital laboratories which includes, but not limited to; employee management (hiring, scheduling, conflict resolution, performance appraisals, etc.) management of workflow, maintaining polices and procedures, financial review and management, continuous quality management and improvement. Ensures compliance with regulatory standards, serves as CLIA director and/or technical consultant for designated laboratories. May have direct contact with patients of all ages. The regional manager also creates and maintains Client relationships with organizations outside of Essentia Health. The manager works on assigned Laboratory Department Teams to ensure that they are aligned with supporting the strategic plan and objectives as defined by the laboratory system leadership. The regional laboratory manager will work with other departments and committees to maintain a high level of care, and promote the mission and vision of Essentia Health.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of previous experience in a hospital or clinic laboratory that includes two years of leadership experience.
• Graduate of a four-year degree in Clinical Laboratory science OR Meets Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) guidelines for the complexity of laboratory testing for alternative route
• Current American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or equivalent certification
• Maintains licensure per state requirement if working in North Dakota sites or Moorhead, MN site OR Obtain MLS certification within 1 year of hire AND Maintains licensure per state requirement if working in North Dakota sites or Moorhead, MN site

Responsibilities

• Employee management (hiring, scheduling, conflict resolution, performance appraisals, etc.)
• Management of workflow
• Maintaining polices and procedures
• Financial review and management
• Continuous quality management and improvement
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory standards
• Serving as CLIA director and/or technical consultant for designated laboratories
• Creating and maintaining Client relationships with organizations outside of Essentia Health
• Working on assigned Laboratory Department Teams to ensure that they are aligned with supporting the strategic plan and objectives as defined by the laboratory system leadership
• Working with other departments and committees to maintain a high level of care, and promote the mission and vision of Essentia Health

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions
• training
• tuition reimbursement
• educational programs
• flexible scheduling
• generous time off
• wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees