Description

Celligent- Cytology Lab Manager  

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for cytology, ready to embark on an exciting journey with Celligent? We're seeking an enthusiastic individual who thrives in the realm of cellular analysis and is prepared to take charge in shaping the future of cytological research. Join us as we push the boundaries of innovation and discovery in the field of cytology at Celligent.

If yes, a fantastic opportunity is waiting for you!

We are currently seeking a talented and dedicated Cytology Lab Manager to join our esteemed team.

Why work with us?

We offer competitive compensation, an awesome work environment and team!

We value excellence and ensure that our team has the training and support to equip each team member to be successful.

Celligent Diagnostics is committed to delivering innovative pathology services to meet the diagnostic needs of the medical community and help improve patient care through timely and accurate pathology. 

We are a high-complexity CLIA-certified clinical laboratory, which provides Histology, Cytology and pharma services specializing in cancer diagnostic testing. We offer the clinical expertise of over 30 board certified pathologists covering multiple sub-specialties.

Location: Spartanburg, SC

Nestled in the heart of the Palmetto State, Spartanburg, South Carolina, is a vibrant city brimming with Southern charm and modern allure. Here, history whispers through its cobblestone streets while innovation hums in its bustling downtown. From the tranquil beauty of its parks to the dynamic energy of its cultural scene, Spartanburg offers the perfect blend of small-town hospitality and big-city amenities. Whether you're savoring a mouthwatering barbecue at a local eatery, exploring the rich heritage at one of its many museums, or immersing yourself in the thriving arts community, Spartanburg welcomes you with open arms. Come discover why residents proudly call this picturesque city home, where every day is a celebration of tradition, progress, and the essence of Southern living.

Primary Responsibilities

Responsible for overseeing the daily functioning of the cytology and molecular laboratory, including but not limited to the transport, preparation, interpretation, and reporting of cytology specimens, including ancillary testing, in coordination and cooperation with the pathologists and laboratory manager. In addition, the Cytology General Supervisor is responsible for ensuring compliance with CLIA ’88 as well as CAP standards.

Essential Functions

Coordinates the technical and administrative functions of the Cytology department of Celligent Diagnostics, LLC

· Schedules workload and personnel to ensure proper coverage. Informs laboratory manager if outside coverage is needed.

· Develops and implements goals and duties, including job descriptions, for Cytologists, cytology accessioners, cytopreparatory laboratory assistants and Molecular laboratory technologists. Maintains updated job descriptions for all positions.

· Delegates duties and responsibilities to the personnel.

· Develops and maintains a cost control program within the section, in coordination with the laboratory manager.

· Maintains an inventory system to ensure adequate supplies and orders supplies in a timely manner to ensure laboratory is stocked at all times.

· Notifies Technical Supervisor of any ongoing equipment/technical problems that cannot be resolved in a timely fashion or require expenditures beyond what is budgeted for.

· Completes evaluations on all staff, with written comments, on an annual basis and schedules performance reviews in conjunction with the Technical Supervisor.

· Completes annual competency assessments on Cytologists and Molecular Laboratory Technologists.

· Interviews prospective employees for the section.

· Writes, revises, and reviews policies and procedures for the Cytology Department and maintains a single, up-to-date policy and procedure manual.

· Maintains a copy of all updated policies and procedures, in the order and under the same headings as they appear in the procedure manual, on the shared computer drive, as well as backed up on a computer disk in a secure location.

· Maintains a document control system to ensure that all cytology laboratories operating under the Celligent Diagnostics umbrella have policy and procedure manuals with the most current version of all policies and procedures.

· Ensures compliance with State and Federal safety procedures and guidelines.

· Ensures annual training and compliance with OSHA and HIPAA guidelines.

· Reviews, updates, and, if changes are made, re-distributes client collection manual annually after approval by Technical Supervisor.

· Monitors cytotechnologists’ workload assessment sheets on a monthly basis. Reviews each cytotech’s workload sheet for accuracy and alerts Technical Supervisor if a cytotechnologist has fallen below or has exceeded his/her set workload.

· Prepares annual statistical reports as mandated by CLIA ’88. Reviews reports for accuracy and trends before reviewing with Technical Supervisor.

Performs routine and complex laboratory analysis requiring technical skills, judgment, and independent decision making.

· Develops methods of reagent preparation and prepares reagents for use in routine and special tests.

· Recognizes and solves problems by identifying the cause(s), synthesizing alternatives, determining solutions, and implementing solutions.

· Utilizes quality control procedures on a routine basis according to established standards.

· Ensures preventive maintenance is performed on instruments and completed in a timely manner.

Demonstrates proficiency in the performance of routine and special cytology procedures.

· Passes annual proficiency examination (CLIA ’88 requirement).

· Accurately verifies patient demographic information, enters results, and releases reports.

· Accurately identifies and selects 10% of the negative slides screened for quality control rescreen, to include random and high risk cases, as mandated by CLIA ‘88.

· Prepares, stains and cover slips gynecologic and non-gynecologic specimens acceptable to the interpreting pathologists as needed.

· Accurately classifies gynecologic and non-gynecologic cytology specimens.

Demonstrates exemplary knowledge in the field of cytopathology and participates in continuing medical education.

· Belongs to a nationally accredited cytopathology organization (ASC preferred).

· Attends an approved cytopathology meeting at least once every two years.

· Keeps abreast of new developments, procedures, and techniques in the field of cytology by participating in continuing medical education such as the reading of journal articles and web-based learning programs.

· Demonstrates initiative in discussing new developments in cytopathology with the cytotechnologists and technical supervisor.

Demonstrates leadership among the employees of the cytopathology laboratory.

· Enforces all policies pertaining to the cytopathology laboratory as established by Celligent Diagnostics.

· Demonstrates exemplary behavior including the performance of duties quietly and efficiently.

· Learns from mistakes gracefully. Is receptive to new ideas, constructive criticism, and suggestions for improvement.

· Addresses variances in employee behavior or work performance fairly and in a timely manner.

· Schedules routine lab meetings (or more often as needed) with cytology staff and Technical Supervisor. Prepares agenda, with input from cytology staff, and delivers to Technical Supervisor prior to meeting.

· Takes minutes during lab meetings to be kept in QA/QI notebook or the LIS, and meets periodically with Technical Supervisor to ensure issues raised have been addressed.

Sets forth and maintains quality standards for the Laboratory

· Sets up validation studies for new procedures/techniques. Designs, writes, and modifies new procedures.

· Monitors turn-around-time on a monthly basis and enforces turn-around-time goals established by Celligent Diagnostics.

· Maintains a QA/QI documentation to include the laboratory’s annual statistics, agenda and minutes from lab meetings, documentation of continuing medical education activities, turn-around-time studies, and any other documentation of activities done to enhance the quality/efficiency of the Cytopathology laboratory.

Demonstrates competency in the performance of duties requiring computer skills

· Demonstrates proficiency in use of the laboratory information system, as well as Microsoft Word and Excel.

· Demonstrates proficiency in the performance of routine tasks described in other sections including running reports required for QA and/or CLIA compliance as directed by the Technical Supervisor, entering and signing out gynecologic and non-gynecologic cytology cases, as well as tracking expenses, supplies, etc…

Performs any other related duties not specifically stated as required or directed by the pathologists.

· Assumes responsibility and willingly performs other related duties in a timely and dependable manner

We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to workforce diversity and a drug-free workplace.

Applicants must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Celligent Diagnostics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics required by law.”