Clinical Lab Director
- Employer
- Healthtrackrx
- Location
- Indiana (US)
- Salary
- 150,000-180,000
- Closing date
- Sep 15, 2022
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- Discipline
- Life Sciences, Biology, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Health Sciences, Pathology, Toxicology
- Position Type
- Full Time
- Organization Type
- All Industry, Other Corporate
JOB DESCRIPTION
Date:
06/03/2022
Job Title:
Satellite Lab- Lab Director
Department:
Lab Leadership
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Reports To:
VP of Lab Operations
Manages People:
Yes
Experience:
Typically requires 4-7 years of related experience
Level of Supervision:
Work is highly independent
Job Summary:
- Oversees the day-to-day technical aspects of a CAP accredited Molecular Diagnostics Lab. The Molecular Diagnostics Lab Operations will be defined as all operations within the Molecular Diagnostics Lab. Responsible for the overall technical testing lab, including the employment of personnel who are competent to perform testing, troubleshoot testing issues, develop protocols as accurately and proficiently as possible, and for assuring compliance with applicable CAP and CLIA regulations.
Essential Responsibilities/Duties:
- Responsible for the overall administration of the technical laboratory procedures and personnel Create and guide implementation of new SOPs to increase efficiency and reduce errors in conjunction to reviewing, and providing continual education and training to supervisors and managers so they can do the same for their personnel Coordinate with the Lab Operations and Compliance / Quality department that SOPs are compliant with the most up-to- date accrediting agencies requirements including
Document validations of new protocols Create/ revise SOPs for new protocols
- Synchronize with the Company Lab Safety Office and Lab Safety Operations Team to ensure all laboratory personnel are notified of all lab safety requirements in addition to appointing internal technical lab safety officers to monitor safety of each shift/ area of the technical lab atmosphere Head lab initiatives to increase the overall scientific knowledge of the procedures used in the lab in conjunction to ensure all existing and incoming lab personnel are trained and kept abreast of laboratory safety protocols and initiatives Continuously monitor and develop workflow process as need to ensure timely turn around, efficacy, and quality specimen processing in the lab. Document quality assessment of all laboratory employees in compliance with CAP, and CLIA. Coordinates with regulatory authorities, such as CAP and CLIA, as appropriate. Provide continuing education and training for managers and supervisors
Qualifications:
- Education –
Doctoral degree in chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science from an accredited institution
- Competencies/Skills –
Ability to provide technical oversight for laboratory personnel and program managers Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports and legal documents. Ability to think strategically to address internal and external problems Superior communication skills and ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at many levels within the organization In depth knowledge of CAP and CLIA regulations
- Experience –
3 years’ experience supervising a laboratory section such as anatomic pathology or clinical pathology, of a clinical or public health laboratory Experience in lab administration
- Certifications/Licenses –
Certified by and continue to be certified by a board approved by HHS. The current approve boards are the following: ABB – American Board of Bioanalysis ABMM – American Board of Medical Microbiology
Mental/Physical Demands & Work Environment:
Vision, hearing, speech, movements requiring the use of wrists, hands and/ or fingers. Must have the ability to sit for extended periods. Must have the ability to work the hours and days required to complete the essential functions of the position. Light physical effort requires handling average weight objects up to 10 lbs. and some standing and walking. Learning, thinking, concentration, and the ability to work under pressure, particularly during busy times. Must be able to pay close attention to detail and able to work as a member of a team to ensure excellent customer service. Must have the ability to interact effectively with co-workers and customers, and exercise self-control and diplomacy in customer and employee relations’ situations. Must have the ability to exercise discretion as well as appropriate judgments when necessary. Must be proactive in finding solutions
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee(s) that are in this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
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