Lab Manager - Clermont Hospital

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Clermont Hospital

Lab Manager -Full Time

40Hrs/Week - Day Shift

Job Summary:

The Lab Manager oversees all aspects of laboratory services for the clinical laboratory at designated sites. The Lab Manager interacts with other hospital services to support the coordination of patient care activities as well as achieves performance improvement initiatives. As the Lab Manager, it is important to ensure policies and procedures are feasible by making compliance a key priority.

Essential Functions:

• Works to improve Laboratory operations and establish objectives related to quality metrics; monitors quality indicators to identify opportunities for improvement and submits monthly reports of monitors
• Manages laboratory department including hiring, staffing, scheduling, and onboarding of new employees; schedules staff to meet laboratory service requirements, productivity goals, and staffing budget
• Evaluates the performance of department staff and completes performance assessments with input from Lead Technologists or Supervisors
• Serves as a facilitator for regional laboratory committees and coordinates activities for completion of projects and implementation of new procedures
• Monitors laboratory expenses to meet budgetary goals. Works with their leader and participates in forecasting, planning, and budgeting. Works with their leader and collaborates with other members of the management team to develop plans for capital replacement and acquisition.
• Other duties as assigned

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Laboratory Science, Biomedical Science, Biology, or Biochemistry (required)

Certifications:

• Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) or ASCP Certification (required)

Experience:

• 5 years of experience in a laboratory tech setting (required)
• Previous experience in a leadership position in a laboratory tech environment (required)

Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrates leadership competencies and skills for the position, including excellent communication, customer service, continuous quality improvement, relationship development, and decision making
• Possesses extensive knowledge of clinical practice or function and a thorough understanding of the organization and work environment

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [email protected]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]