Laboratory Manager

WVU Medicine Thomas Hospitals; South Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU Medicine Thomas Hospitals is seeking a Laboratory Manager to oversee and evaluate laboratory services in South Charleston, West Virginia. The candidate must possess a Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology along with significant laboratory management and supervisory experience. Responsibilities include financial management, staff recruitment, and ensuring quality assurance compliance.

The role demands strong communication and management skills, with a focus on patient care. Additional qualifications include certification as a Medical Technologist and an understanding of laboratory accreditation requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree that meets CLIA requirements in medical laboratory science.
• Certification as Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Scientist required.
• Four years of laboratory experience including supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage laboratory operations and personnel.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation standards.
• Develop and monitor laboratory budgets.

Skills

Communication Skills

Knowledge in Medical Technology

Management Principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related field

Master's degree in Clinical Laboratory Management

Job description

This position manages, coordinates, and evaluates all elements of laboratory services in assigned specialties of the Laboratory in support of quality laboratory service and the hospital's mission of patient care.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education, certification, and/or licensure: Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology (Medical Laboratory Science), Histotechnology, Cytotechnology, chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science OR other Bachelor’s Degree that meets CLIA requirement as listed below.
• Have at least 120 semester hours that at minimum, includes: 48 hours of medical laboratory technology courses; 48 hours of science courses that include 12 hours of general chemistry and biochemistry or organic chemistry; 12 hours of biology, which must include biology and molecular biology or genetics; 24 hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory science; Certification as a Medical Technologist, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Histotechnologist, or Cytotechnologist by the ASCP or equivalent certifying body; Must possess current licensure as required by state board where services will be provided: OH: None; PA: None; WV: Medical Laboratory Scientist.
• Experience: Four (4) years laboratory experience with one (1) year of experience in a supervisory position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education, certification, and/or licensure: Master's degree in Clinical Laboratory Management.
• Experience: Five (5) years laboratory experience.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the general management of the laboratory including fiscal responsibility and personnel management in support of the hospital's mission.
• Responsible for the hiring, retention, interviewing, and recruitment of staff. Assists in orientation evaluations, promotions, salary recommendations, disciplinary action and termination of the staff as required. Oversees and participates in the orientation, training, and continuing education of the staff (departmental and interdepartmental) and other health related personnel.
• Responsible for the development of and monitoring on a continual basis all personnel and current expense budgets providing information and/or justification of variances, (e.g., variance reports, budgets, inventory control).
• Recommends and develops quality cost containment programs for the laboratory services, (e.g., staffing patterns, utilization etc.).
• Responsible for departmental management decisions and shares management responsibilities. Participates in the development and review of policies and procedures for the departments.
• Responsible for all laboratory functions in preparation for inspection by accrediting agencies, ensuring compliance and maintaining accreditation.
• Assumes responsibility for the technical functions and supervision of designated laboratories. May delegate certain responsibilities such as reviewing results, counseling employees in a technical capacity, quality control, and general daily operation of section to Lead Technologists.
• Coordinates the evaluation, purchase and implementation of laboratory equipment.
• Maintains effective communication within the laboratory with patients and other departments as necessary to assure identification of problems and provide problem resolution in support of the hospital's mission of patient care.
• Participates in various activities (i.e., staff meetings, in-service, etc.) to disseminate information to laboratory staff, physicians, nurses, and other allied health personnel by written and/or verbal means.
• Oversees the development, evaluation, and implementation of policies, procedures and protocols as required. Initiates laboratory communication and insures that information concerning new policies and procedures is available to the technical and clerical staff in a timely manner and incorporated into routine policies and procedures.
• Develops and reviews policies and procedures of the Laboratory to meet the Quality Assurance (QA) standards and accrediting bodies, for accomplishing the hospital's mission.
• Reviews and evaluates quality assurance reports for legibility, completeness, accuracy, and appropriateness.
• Assures the most economical utilization of time, materials and resources throughout all sections of the laboratory to provide for optimal patient care and efficiency.
• Prepares and evaluates reports depicting department utilization and productivity as reflected by productivity reports.
• Assures continuous personal and staff growth by attending workshops, reading professional journals, attending seminars, giving in-service, etc., as needed.
• May direct and monitor the technical and theoretical instruction, supervision, and evaluation of residents and students of the School of Medicine, and other health related fields.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift or pull up to 25 pounds.

Working Environment

• Cognizant of environmental factors, infection control issues and maintains a safe environment.
• Often loud, noisy environment.
• Ability to tolerate foul or unpleasant specimen odors.

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrate competency in service to different patient populations such as Neonates, Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults and Geriatrics.
• Knowledge in both medical technology and management principles.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Additional Job Details

• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt
• Shift: United States of America
• Company: THOM Thomas Hospitals
• Cost Center: 112 THOM Clinical Labs
• Address: 4607 MacCorkle Avenue SW, South Charleston, West Virginia

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.