Director , Lab - Germantown Job

Summary

Plans, implements, directs and controls laboratory activities and operations for the assigned facility, in accordance with professional and MLH standards of practice. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. 

Education/Experience/Licensure

 

Education/Formal Training

Work Experience

Credential/Licensure

 

REQUIRED:

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Medical Technology or a natural science.

 

 

 

 

Minimum of seven (7) years progressive management experience in a hospital laboratory.

 

 

 

 

 

Must be currently licensed in the State of Tennessee as a Laboratory Supervisor OR must meet TN licensure requirements for Laboratory Supervisor and obtain within 90 days of hire. During the 90-day period, laboratory supervisor duties (as defined by the State) must be delegated to a licensed Laboratory Supervisor.

 

PREFERRED:

Master’s degree is preferred (MHA, MBA, MPA).

N/A

Registry as a Medical Technologist from the ASCP Board of registry preferred.

 

SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED:

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Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of clinical laboratory practice, procedures, and regulatory standards gained through work related experience in a clinical laboratory.
• Ability to understand and prepare complex written materials.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of Associates, management, physicians, and patients and their families.
• Ability to lead and motivate individuals and groups of people toward the accomplishment of work and organizational goals.
• Skill in negotiating with and between individuals and groups of people, including Associates, management and physicians.
• Ability to plan and schedule tasks and projects and to maintain control of own and others’ work flow.
• Skill in developing and implementing long-range plans and programs.
• Ability to work without close supervision or professional guidance and to exercise independent judgment.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, implements, and controls laboratory activities and operations at assigned facility; monitors operations to ensure standards and objectives are being met; develops and implements limited or short-term plans to keep operations moving smoothly. 
• Formulates long-range business plans for laboratory operations; sets goals and develops strategies for meeting those goals; anticipates possible problems and prepares contingent strategies.
• Directs the activities of professional Associates and Students; monitors Associates performance and clarifies work expectations, and assists with goal setting; promotes cooperation among individuals and groups.  Develops and implements processes through orientation, training and education to ensure that the competence of all staff members is assessed, maintained, improved and demonstrated throughout their employment.
• Develops and administers capital and expense budgets for lab operations, authorizes expenditures, and monitors budget and other financial indicators.  Assists in the development and implementation of plans to control costs and improve department operations.
• Develops and maintains performance standards to include quality assessment/improvement programs.  Develops and recommends procedures to improve operational efficiency and quality of service provided.
• Investigates trends and developments in laboratory practice; introduces new procedures.
• Establishes organizational policies for the laboratory.  Interprets, executes, and recommends policy modifications.
• Provides leadership for educational programs for students and staff in collaboration with the laboratory administrative team.
• Advances the profession through participation in professional organizations, and completes the required continuous training and education to include department specific requirements.
• Ensures good working relationships between departments; serves as a resource and liaison for advanced problem solving related to laboratory services.  Conducts root cause analyses to determine and correct underlying issues.

Physical Requirements

• The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
• Must have good balance and coordination.
• The physical requirements of this position are: light work - exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasi