Nmmci Lab and Safety Director

North Mississippi Medical Center, Inc; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 83,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

North Mississippi Health Services is seeking a Director of Clinic Lab & Safety to lead the administration of clinic laboratories, ensure CLIA compliance, and uphold quality across testing spaces. The role requires a Bachelor’s in Medical Technology, MT certification, and proven supervisory experience.

You will set goals, manage staff, and collaborate with management to align laboratory operations with regulatory guidelines and organizational strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology required.
• Certified Medical Technologist certification required.
• Supervisory leadership experience with laboratory staff.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory guidelines (CLIA, JCAHO/TJC, COLA, OSHA, EPA).
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinic laboratory operation and staff.
• Develop and update testing policies and procedures.
• Ensure CLIA compliance and quality testing practices.
• Maintain accurate records and document cost-effectiveness.
• Communicate with management and laboratory personnel.
• Collaborate with management on regulatory alignment and safety.

Skills

Lab leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Quality systems

Communication

Supervisory experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology

Job description

We believe a career is more than just a career - it's a calling. Our teammates' "True North" is what calls them to health care; it's their passion. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in helping you leverage and connect that passion with a much greater purpose that impacts people you know and love.

Department: 70009500 Administration

Work Shift: prn

Job Description:

The Director of Clinic Lab & Safety at North Mississippi Health Services oversees the administration and operation of clinic laboratories, ensuring compliance with regulations, managing personnel, equipment, and policies, and maintaining accurate records. With a focus on effective communication and problem-solving, the role requires a Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology, certification as a Medical Technologist, supervisory experience, and a strong understanding of regulatory guidelines. As a director, this role provides strategic leadership, goal-setting, and operational management for a department or function, contributing to the overall organizational success.

JOB FUNCTIONS

Leadership

• Perform as Clinic Laboratory Safety Manager, Clinic Laboratory Director, and Clinic Laboratory Technical Consultant.
• Responsible for the overall operation and administration of the clinic laboratories including the employment of competent qualified personnel.
• Develop, monitor, revise (as needed) testing policies and procedures.
• Ensure that all duties are properly performed and applicable CLIA regulations are met.
• Ensures that clinic laboratory develops and uses a quality system approach to testing that provides accurate and reliable patient test results.
• Ensure that testing systems in the laboratory provide quality services in all aspects of test performance.
• Ensure physical and environmental conditions of laboratory are adequate and appropriate for tests performed.
• Ensure that employees are safe from physical, chemical, and biological hazards.
• Responsible for test selections and if appropriate for patient population.

Equipment Management

• Works with vendors to negotiate equipment, reagents, and service contracts.
• Assists with the selection of equipment and testing supplies.

Reporting

• Analyze and document cost effectiveness of instrument and test.
• Accurately maintain records.

Communication

• Effectively communicate with management and all laboratory personnel.

Education

• Stays abreast of current technology.
• Participates in laboratory, safety, and regulatory continuing education programs.

Regulatory

• Adhere to NMHS/NMMC Policies/Procedures/Guidelines.
• Comply with applicable Local/State/Federal policies/procedures/guideline/regulations/laws/statues.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of TJC, COLA, CLIA, OSHA, and EPA Guidelines; required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; required
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills; required
• Excellent interpersonal skills; required
• Ensures that all regional clinics are adhering to applicable regulations
• Performs periodic inspection of regional clinics
• Develops and monitors policies and procedures
• Meets all experience, education, and training guidelines required
• Responsible for developing and maintain programs to assure lab compliance
• Effectively communicates data/information to the appropriate parties
• Must have extensive contact with: clients, patients, clinical staff, nursing staff, Physicians, vendors and other staff members
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must reflect a positive, caring attitude toward customers, patients, staff and the public we serve

Physical Demands

• Standing. Occasionally
• Walking. Occasionally
• Sitting. Frequently
• Lifting/Carrying. Occasionally 20 lbs
• Pushing/Pulling. Rarely
• Climbing. N/A
• Balancing. N/A
• Stooping/Kneeling/Bending. Rarely
• Reaching/Over Head Work. Occasionally
• Grasping. Frequently
• Speaking. Frequently
• Hearing. Constantly
• Repetitive Motions. Frequently
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordinations. Occasionally

Salary Range

$83,179.20-$103,979.20

Education

Bachelor's Degree | Medical Technology | Required

Certifications

DNU MTA - Medical Technologist Certification - MTA - MTA