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Job Summary:

The Lab Director of Embryology and Andrology will have oversite to the operational, technical and scientific function of the embryology and andrology laboratories.

Responsibilities:

Essential Functions

Operations

• Responsible for the daily operations of the andrology and embryology laboratories. Formulate laboratory policies and protocols, provide leadership, training, and guidance to laboratory staff performing assisted reproductive technology (ART) laboratory procedures.

Standards of Performance

• Define, implement, and monitor standards of performance in the clinical embryology and andrology laboratory for quality control, quality improvement, and clinical success.

Proficiency Testing

• Ensure that the laboratory is enrolled in a proficiency testing (PT) program that covers the extent and complexity of the testing and medical treatment performed by the laboratory. Monitor the results of all proficiency testing and ensure that such testing is properly performed, and document corrective actions when applicable.

Records and Correlation of Laboratory Data

• Establish and implement an adequate system of record management and maintenance. Ensure accurate and timely documentation of laboratory results and communication of laboratory data. Monitor all work performed in the andrology and embryology laboratories to monitor laboratory performance and outcomes.

Personnel

• Ensure that all laboratory personnel receive appropriate training for ART laboratory procedures, remain proficient in all procedures, and staffing levels remain at an appropriate level.

Laboratory Inspection

• Coordinate, supervise and be present for the periodic, on-site inspection and interim self-inspection. Evaluate the results of such inspection and implement and document appropriate corrective actions as needed.

• Quarterly onsite visits

Regulatory

• Conform to all American Board of Bioanalysis High-complexity Clinical Lab Director (HCLD) and American Society for Reproductive Medicine requirements. Comply with Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment of 1988, College of American Pathologists Reproductive Laboratory Accreditation Program (CAP), and the Joint Commission (TJC).

Schedule:

Quarterly on-site visits, schedule negotiated per contract.

Job Description:

Job Requirements

Education:

• Doctoral degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science from an accredited institution required

Experience:

• Five years of documented pertinent experience in a program performing IVF-related procedures required

License/Certification:

• Certification as a High-complexity Clinical Laboratory Director (HCLD) as defined by American Board of Bioanalysis (ABB) required.

Skills/Knowledge and Abilities:

• Ability to maintains a travel schedule for routine onsite visits

• Able to organize and perform multiple tasks, problem-solve and prioritize work assignments.

• Advanced interpersonal relationship and customer service skills required to effectively communicate with staff, physicians, administrators, patients, visitors and vendors.

• Ability to mentor, supervise, delegate and evaluate.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills for positive interaction with staff and customers.

• Knowledge of Laboratory laws, regulations, guidelines and professional standards.

• Knowledge of Laboratory billing and coding laws and regulations.

• Skilled in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Physical Requirements

Weight Demands