Program Manager, MLS Lab Education

Overview

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Work Location

Atlanta, GA

Description

The Prog Mgr., Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) Lab Education provides operational support for the didactic and clinical components of the accreditation by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) accredited MLS Program. This role implements program processes, coordinates day-to-day educational activities, and supports accreditation compliance under the direction of the Program Director.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Provides operational coordination and support for program activities and training initiatives.
• Captures and tracks clinical laboratory education programs and in-service programs for staff.
• Supports NAACLS accreditation compliance through documentation, data tracking, and preparation of required materials.
• Captures and tracks curriculum delivery and supports updates under direction of Program Director.
• Facilitates training programs for students from affiliated programs.

Competency Oversight

• Contributes to competency validation and tracking for students.
• Participates in the identification of learning needs and performance gaps.
• Sustains development and implementation of competency assessment tools.

Education and Training

• Delivers continuing education and just-in-time training using evidence-based methods.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates education programs to meet student learning needs.
• Uses multiple delivery platforms including in-person, e-learning, and simulation.
• Maintains student education records.
• Interacts with program participants, facilitating and encouraging questions and discussions.
• Acts as liaison between students, staff, and leadership.

Quality Improvement

• Sustains development through coaching and resources.
• Promotes evidence-based practice through self-education.
• Collects and organizes program outcomes data to support Program Director-led analysis and CQI initiatives.

Additional Duties as Assigned

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Education: Masters degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Education, Healthcare Administration, or related field.
• Experience: Minimum three (3) years of clinical laboratory experience, including one (1) year in a supervisory capacity. Minimum three (3) years MLS/CLS education delivery, curriculum development, student evaluation, or preceptor experience.
• Certification: MLS (ASCP) or equivalent generalist certification.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities (required)

• Must have knowledge of education methodology, administration, and accreditation/certification procedures.
• Strong communication, teaching, and facilitation skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Prior experience in education, leadership, precepting, or mentorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years experience in CLS/MT education that includes teaching courses, managing, and conducting learning experiences, student evaluation, curriculum development, input in policy and procedures, program evaluation.
• Certification: MT (ASCP) or CLS (NCA) certified generalist technologist.