Lab Manager Microbiology

Position: Lab Manager Microbiology
Location: Boston MA

MustHaves:

1. Bachelors Degree in Medical Technology Clinical Lab Science or an applied Science.
2. Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience.
3. Minimum 5 years of experience in a Microbiology Lab.

NicetoHaves:

1. Certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) in Microbiology.

Position Summary:

Under the general direction of the Administrative Director and in collaboration with the Chief of Laboratory Medicine and Section Medical Director the Lab Manager leads manages monitors implements and supervises testing quality and compliance standards in the Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine at Client and affiliated community health centers. This role manages a subspecialty section for the Laboratory (Blood Bank and Transfusion Services Central Receiving Area Chemistry Hematology Phlebotomy) ensuring standards that meet or exceed requirements for College of American Pathologist (CAP) and The Joint Commission (TJC) accreditation and other external agencies.

Essential Responsibilities:

Leadership:

• Manages and leads a subspecialty section of the Laboratory.
• Assumes full responsibility for all laboratory staff in their section and their actions.
• Champions a laboratory environment that promotes quality and compliance for all laboratoryrelated tests and services.
• Provides 24/7 call coverage.
• Contributes to and supports department Strategic Planning.
• Ensures maintenance of equipment evaluates new equipment and promotes new programs and problemsolving.

Fiscal Responsibility:

• Takes full fiscal responsibility for the section including preparing and managing budgets analyzing billing codes and supporting revenue integrity.
• Monitors and controls overtime to achieve client s goal of < 1.8% OT.
• Updates all equipment maintenance and service agreements in collaboration with the Supply Chain department.

Quality Compliance and Safety:

• Ensures compliance with all regulatory agencies (CLIA TJC OSHA DPH HCFA FDA AABB NCCLS).
• Participates in hospitalwide Quality Assurance Programs and prepares reports for Quality Improvement Program (QuIP) reviews.
• Maintains updated Policy and Procedure Manuals and ensures compliance with safety procedures.

Technical Expertise:

• Provides guidance and resolution for technical problems.
• Plans evaluates and implements new methodologies and technologies.
• Ensures proper maintenance and functionality of equipment and instrumentation.

Human Resources:

• Oversees the interview process and candidate selection.
• Manages orientation and competency testing for all testing personnel.
• Embraces the client Performance Management Process and supports employee engagement.
• Coordinates crosstraining programs and ensures optimal staff utilization.

Communication:

• Communicates with staff through regular meetings.
• Works with the Administrative Director Medical Chief Medical Directors and other managers to achieve common goals.
• Prepares and implements customer service programs and values customer feedback.

Other Duties:

• Performs other duties as needed.
• Adheres to clients RESPECT behavioral standards.

Job Requirements:

Education:

• Requires a Bachelors degree from an accredited university or college in Medical Technology Clinical Laboratory Science or an applied science.

Preferred Certifications:

• Certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or equivalent agency.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of fulltime experience in the specific area of charge.
• 3 years of supervisory experience in a clinical laboratory.
• Familiarity with accrediting agencies requirements particularly The Joint Commission and College of American Pathologists.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Outstanding organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership qualities and indepth scientific understanding