Manager Laboratory Services

Hartford Healthcare•Hartford, CT

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides managerial oversight for a department of the clinical laboratory which may include multiple departments and more than one location. Provides operational and technical oversight within these sections, and works closely with the Medical Director, and leadership team to formulate section activities, modify, and implement test procedures and policies, and maintain adherence to all regulatory (TJC, CAP, CLIA) regulations. Acts as a laboratory resource for hospital staff (e.g. physicians, nursing, etc.). Participates in the planning and execution of department projects and service goals. Assists the Director, Laboratory Operations in the development and adherence to the departmental budgets (salary, non-salary, revenue) and is accountable for managing budget in the assigned areas. We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment . As an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status. Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. Hartford Hospital is one of the largest and most respected teaching hospitals in New England. We are a Level 1 Trauma Center that provides cutting edge treatment to its patients. This is made possible by being home to the largest robotic surgery center in the Northeast and the Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation ( CESI ), one of the most-advanced medical simulation training centers in the world. When hospitals cannot provide the advanced care, expertise and new treatment options their patients require, they turn to us.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in medical technology or related field.
Five (5) years technical experience in a laboratory which includes three (3) years leadership experience.
National Certification (ASCP) or equivalent in related area of oversight.
Full working knowledge of all CAP regulations including completion of forms (personnel & test menu), deficiencies and proficiency testing compliance.
Proficient computer skills [e.g. Microsoft Office suite, etc.
Ability to learn and/or be proficient in multiple department-specific functions, systems, and/or processes.
Ability to multitask and efficiently prioritize.
Ability to proactively manage change to minimize resistance and maximize engagement.
Ability to build and manage mutually beneficial partnerships and relationships, both internally and externally to create opportunities for the organization.
Ability to build high-performing, interconnected teams, holding team members accountable individually and as a group for results.
Ability to work collaboratively with other departments/department leaders/Administration and to build and manage mutually beneficial partnerships both internally and externally.
Ability to adapt HHC’s H3W leadership behaviors and model these behaviors on a daily basis.

Responsibilities

Provides managerial oversight for a department of the clinical laboratory which may include multiple departments and more than one location.
Provides operational and technical oversight within these sections.
Works closely with the Medical Director, and leadership team to formulate section activities, modify, and implement test procedures and policies, and maintain adherence to all regulatory (TJC, CAP, CLIA) regulations.
Acts as a laboratory resource for hospital staff (e.g. physicians, nursing, etc.).
Participates in the planning and execution of department projects and service goals.
Assists the Director, Laboratory Operations in the development and adherence to the departmental budgets (salary, non-salary, revenue) and is accountable for managing budget in the assigned areas.