Under limited supervision, serves as member of the management team reporting to Laboratory Director. This role is responsible for managing and coordinating the daily functions and operations of assigned clinical laboratories to achieve accuracy and efficiency in testing, adequate delivery of laboratory services, and to ensure compliance with standards of laboratory regulating agencies, manages and utilizes resources, staff and material consistent with organization mission
II. Principal Responsibilities and Tasks
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.
Confers with Laboratory Director where appropriate, regarding laboratory operation and the development, implementation, review and update of written policies, procedures, and protocols to provide for optimum functioning of the lab.
Assists the Laboratory Director with the formulation of policies, procedures and protocols relating to specimen processing, instrument and equipment maintenance and general operations. (To include safety and disaster preparedness.) Recommends changes in clinical laboratory procedures where appropriate.
Updates laboratory operating procedure manual.
Recommends the addition or modification of laboratory equipment, as necessary.
Ensures compliance with requirements of accreditation and regulatory agencies through periodic inspections and observation of practices. Takes appropriate action when violations occur.
Company Description When you come to the University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center, you're coming to more than simply a beautiful 37-acre, 218-bed suburban Baltimore, Maryland campus. You're embarking on a professional journey that encourages opportunities, values a team atmosphere, and makes convenience and flexibility a priority. Joining our team of healthcare professionals means you'll be contributing to a locally and nationally recognized institution. UM St. Joseph has been recognized by The Leapfrog Group as a grade 'A' hospital and by U.S. News & World Report as #3 in both the state and Baltimore Metro area, making UM St. Joseph the highest-ranking community hospital in Maryland. In addition, we've been consistently recognized as a top employer by Baltimore magazine.
Qualifications
III. Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Histotechnology or related science field, required. Master's degree, preferred.
Seven (7) years' experience in laboratory testing, including at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory capacity, required.
ASCP or equivalent nationally recognized certification, required.
IV. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Proficient knowledge of clinical laboratory process, testing and analytical procedures, techniques and quality assurance.
Knowledge of supervisory skills and directing the work of laboratory staff at all levels, assign work priorities, audit work quality, orient and train, evaluate and discipline appropriately as directed by the Laboratory Assistant Director Proficiency in use of computerized systems for tracking and evaluating laboratory test results and managing patient information, and for calibrating laboratory equipment.
Ability to read, write, speak English and perform mathematical and statistical operations for recording and evaluating lab results..
Ability to handle potentially infectious materials, such as, blood and body fluid specimens observing proper safety regulations and procedures.
Effective verbal and written communication skills are necessary in order to work with medical or nursing staff, in order to resolve problems and concerns regarding specimens or lab tests.
Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
