What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Manager - East Side position at The Cancer & Hematology Centers?
Our Mission: At The Cancer & Hematology Centers we are dedicated to help, healing and hope for cancer patients and their families.
We provide our patients with advanced treatments, innovative research and, above all else, compassionate care. Our patients receive the most comprehensive, contemporary cancer care balanced with the compassion of a dedicated nursing and support staff. Treating cancer requires a team of committed and caring health care professionals working together to understand and address your needs. In addition to caring physicians, we have a full range of support staff available to assist you and your family, such as oncology-certified nurses, social workers, experienced lab and pharmacy personnel and a psychologist. Our focus is not just on healing but also on helping and offering hope. We know that being diagnosed with cancer is a life-changing event, and it takes a lot of adjustment to accept the emotional and physical realities of this disease. Our staff understands what you’re going through and can offer compassion and resources to help. To us, it’s important that healing isn't just centered on your disease site. Our cutting-edge cancer care is available close to home. Our medical staff have close ties to prominent hospitals and ongoing cancer research, and we bring those breakthrough advances to our regional centers to progress the level of care that is offered right here at home.
Why Join Us? We are looking for talented and high-motivated individuals who demonstrate a natural desire to support the meaningful work of community oncologists and the patients we serve.
Job Description:
Summary:
Oversee the day-to-day operations of CHC clinical labs on the East side of Michigan.
Responsibilities include managing personnel, maintaining equipment, policy and procedure review and update and employee training. Work collaboratively with leadership across departments to produce highest quality healthcare and patient satisfaction.
Job Requirements/Preferences:
Requirements:
Education: Bachelor of Science with Chemistry or Biology Major
and
Medical Technologist, MT (ASCP) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) AMT Certified
Position reports to Director of Laboratory Services
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience: 3-5 years of laboratory experience
2-3 years of supervisory or management experience
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Responsible for day-to-day management of laboratory operations including supply inventory, staffing coordination, specimen testing and equipment maintenance.
2. Responsible for reviewing and updating all policies and procedures, assuring conformation to all State and Federal laboratory regulations.
3. Maintain quality results by working closely with Lead Technologist on quality control and quality assurance programs.
4. Work collaboratively with all CHC departments to improve communication and outcomes. Attend and participate in Leadership meetings. Participate in various subcommittee as needed.
5. Partners with the Regional Laboratory Manager to interview, select, retain and enhance the education and development of staff.
6. Monitors employee performance partnering with the Regional Laboratory Manager on corrective action and performance evaluations
7. Administrates time and attendance issues including management of employee work schedules, payroll and time off requests / absences
8. Work with reference labs and vendors to promote continuity of care for patients when send out testing is indicated. Maintain kit inventory and supplies.
9. Provide support to laboratory staff by performing duties of the medical technologist and the phlebotomists to help with work load when indicated.
10. Work with Regional Laboratory Manager and Senior Director of Laboratory Services to help implement new programs, tests, methods, instrumentation and procedures by investigating alternatives and preparing proposals.
Additional Responsibilities:
Communicate and interact with peers and other departments in a manner that is viewed as having a positive effect on patients services and staff morale. Interact effectively with patients and their family members, demonstrating sensitivity to cultural diversity, age specific needs and confidentiality.
Function as a team member by expanding responsibilities as directed by administration to facilitate optimal workflow within the cancer center.
Work Environment:
Very fast-paced and ever changing healthcare environment. Demanding regarding deadlines and time frames. Very detailed and challenging work. Constant demand for updating knowledge. Works closely with physicians and ancillary personnel in caring for and treating oncology/hematology patients. Exposure to a variety of attitudes, personalities, and health related reactions of patients, families and visitors. Possible exposure to a variety of contagious diseases and/or hazardous materials.
