Specimen Receiving, Phlebotomy, and Point of Care Laboratory Manager (FT, Days) - Einstein Phil[...]

Albert Einstein Medical Center; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Laboratory Manager to oversee all aspects of the laboratory department. This role involves leading a team of professionals, ensuring operational efficiency, and maintaining high standards of laboratory testing and quality control. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Medical Technology, along with leadership experience and a commitment to excellence in patient care. Join a team that values growth and development, and make a difference in the lives of the community through innovative healthcare solutions.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in Medical Technology with supervisory experience.
• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise all aspects of the laboratory department.
• Ensure operational efficiencies and manage staff performance.
• Develop laboratory guidelines and maintain quality control.

Skills

Leadership

Performance Management

Budgeting

Laboratory Testing

Quality Assurance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology

Master’s degree in related field

ASCP or equivalent certification

Job description

Specimen Receiving, Phlebotomy, and Point of Care Laboratory Manager (FT, Days) - Einstein Philadelphia

Apply locations Philadelphia, PA time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id REQ-0003353

Job Details

Reporting to the divisional Laboratory Director, the Laboratory Manager plans, directs, and supervises all administrative, technical, and fiscal aspects of the department, including personnel management and the development of laboratory testing to ensure accuracy and reliability of the laboratory function and results. The Manager is responsible for staff development and performance management, budgeting, adherence to metrics and outcomes, supply chain, and revenue cycle. The manager also plans and directs activities to ensure a high standard of care and implementation of sound policies and procedures, including training, budget administration, and employee relations.

Job Description

Essential Functions:

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
• Leads Supervisors, Medical Technologists and Medical Laboratory Technicians to maintain a high-functioning, highly efficient department, including the development and maintenance of appropriate clinical competency.
• Responsible for performance management for supervisory, technical, and support staff, including annual performance appraisals, hiring and terminations, and disciplinary actions.
• Ensures department operational efficiencies through appropriate staffing and fiscal accountability.
• Establishes criteria and templates for acceptable analytical performance, including validity of specimens, testing, QA/QC, and results reporting. Has sign-off responsibility on these activities (in addition to supervisor).
• Develops laboratory guidelines and procedure manuals to ensure effective instrument and equipment use and testing quality control. Ensures standard operational procedures are correct and up-to-date.
• Prepares budget in consultation with director to allocate expenses, control costs, and maintain operations at a level consistent with budgetary guidelines.
• Plans and manages all lab activities in alignment with the department and hospital goals.
• Performs other duties related to laboratory services as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Education: Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college/university or equivalent experience required. Master’s degree in related field preferred. ASCP or equivalent certification.

Experience: 7+ years’ experience in Medical Technology, with at least 1-3 years of supervisory and/or lead experience.

Work Shift

Workday Day (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Primary Location Address

5501 Old York Road, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.

Why work here?

In keeping with Jefferson's Mission, We Improve Lives, it is our goal to recruit, retain, develop and reward highly-qualified employees. If you are enthusiastic, caring and dedicated to service excellence, we invite you to consider joining Jefferson. Jefferson encourages its employees to expand their knowledge and develop their careers through growth opportunities and continuing education.

About Us

With a long standing history, Jefferson has been advancing the medical field from the heart of Center City Philadelphia for nearly 200 years. Our Mission, We Improve Lives, expands to every corner of the organization. From our weekly farmer’s market, to our new Jefferson Accelerator Zone for innovation, our employees’ passion for the community is evident by the daily gestures towards our patients, students and each other.