Lighthouse Lab Services seeks a Laboratory Manager for a Healthcare system in LaGrange, IL. The facility prides itself as a family of caregivers called to treat every person, every time with dignity and respect. Wellness is at the core of what they do, focusing on living a better life today and always. With their whole-person care, expertise and world-class resources they strive to provide an exceptional experience for all. With hospitals and facilities in over 9 states, their consistent approach to healthcare allows them to live their mission and ensure that their communities are living fuller, healthier lives. If you are looking for a career with an organization that truly believes in excellent patient care, READ ON!

About La Grange
La Grange can be more reasonable compared to living directly in Chicago, making it an attractive option for homebuyers. It’s known for its relatively low crime rate, contributing to a sense of safety and security. The well-preserved historic downtown often hosts community events and festivals, fostering a strong sense of community and providing entertainment for residents. The town is known for its diversity and inclusion which creates an environment where people from various backgrounds can feel welcome and a place where they enjoy laying down roots.

Overview

The Laboratory Manager provides technical expertise and supports system functions through collaboration, standardization, integration and oversight of related services. Actively manages daily operations of laboratory/specialty, within approved operational and capital budgets, meeting departmental goals. Work customarily involves supervision of analytical testing of blood and/or other biological specimens. Responsible for managing assigned selected aspects of laboratory processes or shifts, which may include workflow, quality control process, writing/reviewing procedures, performance improvement activities, training of new employees, advanced problem solving for customers and coworkers, department equipment or computer maintenance and upgrades, or other tasks assigned. Assists department leadership with meeting goals in all areas. May work with analytical testing of blood and/or human biological specimens as needed. Analytical laboratory testing generally requires a moderate to high degree of theoretical and practical knowledge and expertise in licensed area(s). Depending on campus and department, various pre-and post-analytical work processes are included in the work duties customarily performed; on-call hours may also be required. Follows laboratory policies and procedures; maintains quality control practices in the Laboratory. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manages budgeting, department metrics, department goals, quality initiatives, strategic initiatives, department inventory expenses and labor productivity
• Manage departmental supply expenses by reducing waste. Introduce and manage cost saving initiatives as identified. Ensures staff scheduling is flexed according to workload. Ensure overtime is justified and casual overtime is eliminated

• Oversee the Standard Operating Procedures and document control
• Assess competencies according to (CLIA) regulations
• Represents the laboratory in either a leadership or technical role at organizational multidisciplinary or leadership meetings
• May assume Director responsibilities in the Directors absence
• Prepares staff schedule preparation and workflow assignments as required
• Leads quality control and quality assurance testing
• Recognizes that the attainment of knowledge is every employee’s responsibility & accepts accountability for staying current on all written or electronic communication
• Manages quality assessment and technical oversight, problem solving, scheduling, interviewing applicants, provides input for staff performance, oversees training and competency evaluations
• Manages employees in hiring, coaching, or termination with limited supervision from leadership
• Assists the Laboratory management with data collection and special projects as assigned.
• Reads, examines, and interprets complex test results. Serves as a resource and addresses complex tests/procedures
• Manages instrument maintenance and troubleshooting practices
• May perform assigned pre-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, which may include general and analytical equipment maintenance, function checks and documentation; inventory control and supply stocking, specimen collection as needed; biological specimen processing; cleaning and disinfection of selected or assigned laboratory equipment and spaces; quality control and calibration performance; and other pre-analytical activities
• May perform all expected tests and analytical procedures for assigned department or work area efficiently and accurately, according to established procedures, performance standards, and departmental competency standards. Participates in proficiency testing, consistently adhering to federal and state regulations as well as Institutional policies
• May perform post-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, reporting results (including highly abnormal results) in accordance with established procedures. Provides and acts on technical and support information related to the elements of laboratory testing for all age groups, neonatal through geriatric patients
• Provides orientation and training to new employees and medical technology students as needed, under the direction of the lab leadership. May act as a preceptor when teaching new staff and Students when assigned. Appropriately documents orientation and training of new employees and medical technology students.
• Provides guidance to technical and support staff, resolution to customer service issues within guidelines, and support education to clinical staff as appropriate or requested. Facilitates workflow when necessary
• Follows appropriate safety policies including the appropriate use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling. Demonstrates understanding and adheres to Chemical Hygiene plan and Infection Control policies. Employee job duties may include transport of hazardous waste from the point of generation to a designated secure storage area; employee will be required to complete initial training (prior to handling hazardous waste) and refresher training to include proper handling and transport of hazardous waste, and proper selection, use and disposal of personal protective equipment
• Responsibility for local LIS management, including, but not limited to, requests for new test builds and edits and maintenance of instrument interfaces and LIS regulatory validations.
• Participates in, and has knowledge of, laboratory and hospital Performance Improvement activities
• Performs other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

• Technical skills and aptitudes related to the laboratory testing, procedures and processes performed in department or work area assigned
• Follows and ensures adherence of staff, to the Corporate Compliance Plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state, and federal agencies and accrediting bodies; protects confidentiality of patient information and results at all times
• Ability to work independently and adapt to varying priorities, including directing workflow with minimal supervision
• Ability to maintain equipment/records and perform quality assessment activities
• Ability to monitor staff productivity and provide coaching feedback to increase quality and productivity standards
• Ability to educate and train new staff in medical laboratory settings
• Able to effectively communicate in verbal and written English with patients, staff, partners and customers of varied backgrounds in a respectful, effective, and professional manner
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office. Ability to operate computer systems in order to maintain patient documentation, testing records, and other related documents

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's degree in a chemical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology field
• Five years of clinical laboratory experience
• One year of leadership/management experience
• Bloodbanking and core lab experience preferably in a hospital setting

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

• Master's degree in a related field
• Two years of Leadership/management experience

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:

• Must hold a national certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist such as ASCP, AAB, or AMT

SHIFT, SALARY, BENEFITS

• First shift (with some variability as needed of a manager)
• Salary commensurate with education and experience
• Full benefits

About Us:
At Lighthouse Lab Services, we offer solutions to help start, grow, and run clinical laboratories. Our recruiting team has more than 20 years of proven success placing job seekers in positions ranging from entry-level Medical Technologists to seasoned Laboratory Directors. We recruit nationwide, for permanent and travel positions with clients ranging from small hospitals to large reference laboratories.

It is the policy of Lighthouse Lab Services to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Lighthouse Lab Services will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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