Technical Director - ACL Laboratories - Central Lab: Molecular

American Addiction Centers • Rosemont, IL

45d • $59 - $89 • Onsite

About The Position

This position provides input on the technical performance of lab tests to coordinate and standardize testing procedures and methodologies throughout the ACL system. The role involves evaluating, recommending, and developing new methodologies, procedures, and instrumentation to ensure ACL remains at the forefront of providing timely, quality patient care cost-effectively for Advocate Aurora Health facilities and ACL clients. It also focuses on implementing testing methodologies for continued service line success, developing collaborative relationships with medical directors, physicians, laboratory directors/managers, clinicians, and clients, and developing/implementing policies and procedures in compliance with various guidelines. The Technical Director also serves on committees and participates in planning and administering approved programs for laboratory services.

Requirements

• Medical Technologist (MT) certification or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) certification or Specialist in Blood Bank certification
• Master’s Degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences or related field.
• Typically requires 10 years of experience in a hospital or clinical laboratory setting.
• Includes 3 years of management experience in management of staff, budgets, and multiple laboratory functions.
• Advanced degrees or certification and extensive experience in the appropriate discipline (Microbiology, Immunology, Virology, Molecular or Blood Bank).
• Proven ability to assure compliance with regulatory, accrediting and licensing agency requirements.
• Current knowledge of medical and technical advancements to plan for future growth and development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of leadership and staff.
• Strong organizational, decision making and critical thinking skills.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint and Word) or similar products and laboratory information systems.
• Ability to handle multiple demands simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Provide input on the technical performance of lab tests to coordinate and standardize testing procedures and methodologies throughout the ACL system.
• Evaluate, recommend and develop new methodologies, procedures, instrumentation to ensure that ACL remains on the cutting edge in providing timely, quality care for patients at a cost-effective price to Advocate Aurora Health facilities and ACL clients.
• Coordination and standardization of testing procedures and methodologies throughout the ACL system.
• Implementation of testing methodologies to ensure continued service line success and consistency with Advocate Aurora Health philosophy and strategic goals.
• Development of collaborative relationships with Advocate Aurora Health medical directors, physicians, laboratory directors/managers, clinicians and clients utilizing ACL services.
• Development and implementation of policies, procedures, and standards which quality management, Accrediting Organization, CLIA, CDC, OSHA, CAP, AABB and FDA guidelines.
• Serves as representative on various corporate, hospital and professional committees, task forces and councils.
• Participates in planning and administering approved programs which provide laboratory services to other system sites and outreach clients.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Generous retirement offerings
• Programs that invest in your career development
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

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