Manager of Laboratory Operations

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

Manages day-to-day operations in the laboratory department. Works closely with the Laboratory Director on policy or procedural matters.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The laboratory teams at Samaritan Health Services have responsibilities for testing samples that may include blood, body fluids and tissue to aid in diagnosis of diseases, illnesses or conditions that may need medical attention. Lab tests are processed for hospital inpatients and emergency room patients twenty four hours a day. In addition, testing is performed on outpatient and clinic specimens. All Samaritan Health Services labs are licensed by the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services - the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments Act (CLIA), and accredited by the College of American Pathologists (CAP).

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

• ASCP, AMT or equivalent certified Medical Laboratory Scientist required.
• Five (5) years experience in a clinical role and two (2) years laboratory leadership experience required. Experience in a hospital setting preferred.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Leadership - Inspires, motivates, and guides others toward accomplishing goals. Achieves desired results through effective people management.
• Conflict resolution - Influences others to build consensus and gain cooperation. Proactively resolves conflicts in a positive and constructive manner.
• Critical thinking – Identifies complex problems. Involves key parties, gathers pertinent data and considers various options in decision making process. Develops, evaluates and implements effective solutions.
• Communication and team building – Leads effectively with excellent verbal and written communication. Delegates and initiates/manages cross-functional teams and multi-disciplinary projects.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Rarely (1 - 10% of the time)
• Occasionally (11 - 33% of the time)
• Frequently (34 - 66% of the time)
• Continually (67 – 100% of the time)
• CLIMB - STAIRS LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0-20 Lbs
• LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs
• LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs
• CARRY 1-handed, 20 - 40 pounds
• BEND FORWARD at waist
• KNEEL (on knees)
• STAND WALK - LEVEL SURFACE
• ROTATE TRUNK
• SIT
• CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
• ROTATE TRUNK Sitting
• REACH - Upward
• PUSH (0-20 pounds force)
• PULL (0-20 pounds force)
• SIT
• REACH - Forward
• MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists
• FINGER DEXTERITY PINCH Fingers
• GRASP Hand/Fist