Director of Laboratory Services

The Director of Laboratory is responsible for the administrative operation of the Laboratory; maintenance of all policies, procedures and quality control practices; management and supervision of the Laboratory technical and clerical staff; administration of department budget; and the maintenance of effective physician and interdepartmental relations.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains written continuous QI plans; provides evidence of on-going program which conforms with Joint Commission standards and state regulations.
• Maintains standards of the entire department which meet criteria for state licensure and Joint Commission standards. Appropriate action is taken to correct any deficiencies noted during these surveys.
• Establishes departmental goals which are reasonable and obtainable. Progress towards accomplishment of goals is demonstrated. Prepares and maintains organizational structure for achieving goals and activities.
• Ensures departmental policies and procedures are reviewed, revised and written as necessary on at least an annual basis.
• Performs continuous Quality Improvement studies as assigned.
• Assures timely, accurate and consistent completion of: employee evaluations, summary leave records, documentation on employee actions, discussions and disciplinary measures, orientation and employee in-service education.
• Conducts staff meetings and maintains minutes of meetings. Responds and/or takes action on interoffice memorandums requesting action on behalf of the department director.
• Responsible for maintaining effective control system which will include proficiency testing, control testing, monitoring of daily analysis, maintenance of equipment and all aspects of Quality Control.
• Responsible for coordination of pathological services for the Lab, as requested by Medical Staff.
• Plans all work steps to ensure success; considers time, supplies and support required from all other individuals and departments in setting up work plan and completing duties.
• Responsible for staffing of the laboratory with personnel whose training and experience is sufficient to meet or exceed standards set by governmental and/or inspecting, accrediting licensing agencies.
• Responsible for maintaining inventory of reagents, equipment and supplies necessary to operate the Lab with quality lab work.
• Perform all duties of technical supervisor outlined in the Federal Regulations Title 42 Part 493, Subpart M (LIS/HISTO/SPEC PROC/PHLE; CHEM/SP CHEM; MICRO/SERO; UA/BB/LIS;HEM/COAG; ABG.
• Formulates annual budget in a timely manner and periodically reviews the budget and justifies excesses of 1% or more over which the director has control.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Clinical Services Administrator.

Qualifications

Medical Technology Degree.

Required to meet all Qualifications under Subpart M of Federal Regulations Title 42 part 493 as Technical Supervisor.

5-9 years of Laboratory experience required. 2-3 years of management experience required.