Manager, Laboratory Services (Blood Bank)

University of Miami Miller School of Medicine • Miami, FL

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About The Position

The Pathology Department at the University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for a Manager, Laboratory Services. This position involves planning, developing, organizing, directing, and controlling the operation of various laboratories including Histology, Accessioning, Grossing, Immunohistochemistry, Electron Microscopy, Florescent Microscopy, Cytology, and Frozen Section Laboratories in collaboration with LabCorp. The manager will also oversee Pathology Customer Services and Clinical Coordinators, contributing to the mission and goals of the Department and ensuring compliance with regulatory agencies. The role requires collaboration with the Executive Director of Laboratory Operations, Director of Anatomic Pathology, Vice Chair of Administration, and Chief of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine on administrative and clinical matters.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field.
• Possession of current Florida State Clinical Laboratory Supervisor license.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of business and management principles.
• Ability to direct, manage, implement, and evaluate department operations.
• Ability to establish department goals and objectives that support the strategic plan.
• Ability to effectively plan, delegate and/or supervise the work of others.
• Ability to lead, motivate, develop and train others.

Responsibilities

• Plans, prioritizes, and directs work activities to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Investigates and resolves problems concerning patient testing and procedures.
• Assists with interviewing and selecting new staff.
• Participates in the formal progressive disciplinary process.
• Conducts, monitors, and evaluates the effectiveness of employee performance improvement plans.
• Participates in the design and implementation of new procedures and instrumentation.
• Monitors quality control and assurance, and proficiency testing, and implements corrective actions.
• Coordinates and participates in continuing education activities and events.
• Monitors employee compliance with approved regulatory and departmental guidelines.
• Assists in developing the strategic goals and objectives for the section.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates training programs.
• Assists with the development of competency assessment tools.
• Participates in the review, revision, and implementation of standard operating procedures.
• Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures.
• Ensures employees are trained on controls within the function and on University policy and procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree