Lab Manager- Poplar Bluff, MO.

Mohigh; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

MISSOURI HIGHLANDS HEALTH CARE is seeking a Lab Manager (non-exempt) to lead a medical laboratory, supervise staff, and ensure accurate testing and reporting across hematology, chemistry, immunology, and more. The role emphasizes quality control under CLIA, management of the electronic medical record and laboratory software, and supervision of inventory, maintenance, and staff training.

It also includes assisting billing and credentialing for new lab sites, with a strong focus on patient safety

Qualifications

• Associates of Applied Science in Medical Laboratory Technology.
• Ability to work in accordance with CLIA standards.
• Strong reading and verbal communication skills for medical records and lab orders.
• Patient-focused service mindset.
• Maintains clean appearance and good hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and trains staff in laboratory functions and admin/technical operating procedures.
• Establishes and maintains a routine documented schedule of quality control and quality assurance, including CLIA requirements.
• Develops and directs the statistical and record keeping software functions of the laboratory.
• Performs and processes lab testing across multiple disciplines; obtains specimens and reports results.
• Reviews test results and follows up on abnormal and critical values.
• Keeps up with new tests and technology; discusses implementation with staff and admin personnel.
• Manages laboratory inventory and preventative maintenance schedules for equipment.
• Maintains CLIA waivers for current and new lab facilities.
• Performs data analysis on quality checks for trends and patient safety.
• Assists billing and credentialing for new lab sites.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading and verbal skills

Attention to detail

Discipline to work per CLIA standards

Patient service mindset

Education

Associates of Applied Science in Medical Laboratory Technology

Job description

MISSOURI HIGHLANDS HEALTH CARE

LAB MANAGER – NON-EXEMPT

JOB DESCRIPTION

SUMMARY

A Lab Manager is responsible for managing a medical laboratory, including supervision of laboratory staff. This position receives assignments in terms of broad goals and is given considerable latitude for decision-making and establishing priorities in managing the laboratory. The Lab Manager is responsible for supervising the various tests, results, electronic medical system, software system, quality control, and pricing for the lab, as well as supervising lab staff and lab carrier(s).

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises and trains staff in the performance of laboratory functions – both administrative and technical operating procedures. Evaluates staff proficiency and performance.
• Establishes and maintains a routine documented schedule of quality control and quality assurance, including satisfying the external quality control procedures established by the CLIA.
• Develops and directs the statistical and record keeping software functions of the laboratory.
• Performs and/or process send out laboratory testing – hematology, immunohematology, bacteriology, mycology, urinalysis, immunology, chemistry, endocrinology, serology, and parasitology. Obtains and processes specimens; performs tests; interprets and reports results.
• Reviews test results, follows-up on abnormal and critical values.
• Stays abreast of new tests, new procedures, and new technology in the Medical Technology field. Initiates discussion with medical and administrative personnel regarding implementation of new methodology, tests, and procedures as appropriate.
• Managing laboratory inventory, establishing preventative maintenance schedule for equipment; overseeing computerized records system.
• Establishes and maintains CLIA waivers for current and new lab facilities.
• Perform data analysis on required quality checks for trends and patient safety per regulations
• Assist billing and credentialing for new lab sites.
• Perform other duties assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have at least an Associates of Applied Science in Medical Laboratory Technology
• Be motivated to serve the needs of patients and perform services to benefit people and Missouri Highlands Health Care.
• Possesses a sense of discipline to work in accordance with CLIA standards
• Must possess reading and verbal skills necessary to understand and communicate, regarding medical records, procedures, and lab orders
• Must possess and utilize tact and patience
• Must possess a clean and neat appearance and good hygiene habits