Manager, Laboratory
Discover a Fulfilling Career with Limitless Possibilities
At UPMC Chautauqua, we leverage state-of-the-art medical technology to deliver exceptional patient care. Our commitment to infection control, safety, and patient comfort ensures the highest standards of healthcare. UPMC Chautauqua represents a visionary community hospital, shaping the future of healthcare today.
Join Our Team as a Full-Time Laboratory Manager at UPMC Chautauqua
Are you ready to lead and make a difference? UPMC Chautauqua is actively seeking a dedicated Laboratory Manager to serve Monday through Friday during daylight hours. No holiday shifts are required.
Why Choose UPMC Chautauqua?
- Competitive Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package.
- Career Growth: Our established career ladder allows you to advance both technically and managerially.
- Apply Today: Take the first step toward an exciting career journey!
Discover where your passion and expertise can lead you at UPMC Chautauqua!
Responsibilities:
Client Relations and Compliance:
- Foster positive relationships with clients to meet their needs.
- Investigate and address complaints related to the laboratory or personnel promptly.
Quality Assurance and Testing:
- Establish consistent processes for proficiency testing.
- Oversee proper and efficient testing from specimen collection to reporting and assist in maintaining quality control and proficiency testing programs.
- Maintain necessary documentation to comply with requirements of regulatory and certifying agencies to maintain accreditation.
- Work with CPLIS and APLIS to ensure smooth operation and development of the LIS.
- Provide essential support for Clinical Pathology operations.
- Measure key performance areas and recommend improvements in testing, customer service, and employee satisfaction.
- Facilitate IRB-approved research protocols.
Professional Development and Goals:
- Stay informed about management and laboratory science developments.
- Drive development and implementation of new tests and methodologies.
- Set short-term and long-range goals for assigned divisions.
Budget Management and Representation:
- Manage budgets at testing sites and supply & inventory purchasing.
- Represent the Laboratory on committees.
Policy Compliance and Instrumentation:
- Ensure compliance with policies, laws, and regulations.
- Maintain and use testing instrumentation properly.
Supervision and Performance Management:
- Orient and train staff.
- Supervise staff, adjust workloads, and delegate administrative tasks.
- Create opportunities for staff to enhance their knowledge and skills through internal and external education.
- Collaborate with stakeholders during the hiring process.
- Set performance standards and conduct evaluations.
- Address coaching and disciplinary actions when necessary.
Qualifications:
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent discipline
- Six years of experience in laboratory operations required, including two or more years in a supervisory or leadership capacity preferred
Preferred
- Advanced degree in Management / Business Administration
- Experience in a clinical laboratory environment
- Analytical and organizational ability necessary to provide effective operational, administrative, financial and personnel management in assigned areas
- Interpersonal abilities necessary to deal effectively with all levels of Hospital staff and physicians and to direct assigned personnel
- Superior verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications
- NY state Medical technology licensure