What are the responsibilities and job description for the LABORATORY MANAGER position at Highland Hills Medical Center?
Job Summary: Responsible for direction and coordination of the personnel in Clinical Laboratory services. Activities included are performance of chemical, microscopic, and bacteriological tests performed in the laboratory to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Ensures that services are of the best quality, are cost contained, and are carried out in an expeditious manner. Responsible for recognizing results or problems that require referral to the laboratory pathologist. Maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in CQI activities. Formulates budget. Maintains effective physician and intradepartmental relations.
Regulatory Requirements:
- Associate and/or Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Technology, Biology or Chemistry preferred within two years of assuming position.
- Current Medical Technologist certification with Nationally recognized certification agency.
- Masters degree in public health, hospital administration, or business administration preferred.
- Recent managerial experience in the clinical laboratory of an acute care hospital.
- Prefer experience with regulatory and accreditation of laboratory operations.