Laboratory Director (ABMG)

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure accurate and timely results for patients.
• Oversee and review of genetic data in the context of patient care.
• Provide clinical and technical support for testing in the Early Cancer Detection program.
• Set standards for laboratory testing and acceptable levels of analytic performance and ensure these are maintained.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, quality, and laboratory standards.
• Document findings and maintain accurate records consistent with internal policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

• MD/DO and/or PhD in genetics or related field required.
• ABMGG board-certified in Clinical Cytogenetics and/or Molecular Genetics, ABP board-certified in Molecular Genetic Pathology, or equivalent doctoral-level board required.
• Current California laboratory director license as a Clinical Genetic Molecular Biologist or Clinical Cytogeneticist required.
• Current Certificate of Qualification in Genetic Testing from the NYS CLEP required.
• 5 or more years of experience in a CLIA-certified clinical laboratory setting analyzing, interpreting and reporting clinical genetic/genomic data.
• Knowledge of CAP, CLIA, California, and New York state regulations.
• Management experience required.