Manager, Laboratory Services

Core Job Functions

• Manages laboratory teams responsible for performing tasks and procedures in accordance with organizational protocols.
• Communicates and disseminates general information, policy updates, and procedure changes to personnel.
• Ensures that tasks are performed according to safety and compliance standards, including accurate verification of individuals' identification when required.
• Ensures proper equipment is in place for operational procedures.
• Makes repairs or initiates service requests for equipment performance issues.
• Plans, prioritizes, and directs work activities to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Investigates and resolves problems concerning patient testing and procedures.
• Affords assistance with interviewing and selecting new staff.
• Participates in the formal progressive disciplinary process.
• Counsels and evaluates the effectiveness of employee performance improvement plans.
• Designs and implements new procedures and instrumentation.
• Maintains quality control and assurance, proficiency testing, and implements corrective actions.
• Coordinates and participates in continuing education activities and events.
• Maintains employee compliance with approved regulatory and departmental guidelines.
• Assists in developing the strategic goals and objectives for the section.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates training programs.
• Assists with the development of competency assessment tools.
• Reviews, revises, and implements standard operating procedures.
• Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures.
• Ensures employees are trained on controls within the function and on University policy and procedures.

Core Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in relevant field.
• Certification and Licensing: Refer To Department Description For Applicable Certification Requirements.
• Experience: Minimum 5 Years Of Relevant Experience.
• Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:
  • Operational Management: Optimizes day-to-day operations and processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Organizational Development: Ability to implement strategies to improve organizational effectiveness, engagement, and manage change.
  • Financial Oversight: Knowledge of financial operations and management.
  • Team Leadership: Ability to create and maintain a cohesive and productive team environment, build positive working relationships and work collaboratively with others.
  • Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
  • Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey ideas clearly and persuasively.

Pay

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries.

Schedule

Full time Employee Type: Staff