Core Lab Manager I

Location

Akron, OH | United States

Job description

req#: 248424

Location: Akron, OH

Facilities: Akron General Medical Center ,

Professional Area: Administrative and Business Professionals

Department: 9535 Lab-Cleveland Clinic Akron General

Job Code: AK1325

Schedule: Full Time

Shift: Days

Join Cleveland Clinic Akron General where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Through providing the communities in and around Summit County with top-quality patient care. Here, you will work with and learn from some of our best caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

The Core Lab Manager is responsible for all employment related activities, budgets, fiscal performance and quality assurance. You will ensure quality control and quality assurance program appropriate for the testing performed and establishing the parameters for acceptable levels of analytic performance and ensuring that these levels are maintained throughout the entire testing process from the initial receipt of the specimen, through sample analysis and reporting of test results.

The ideal future caregiver is someone who:
• Demonstrates a strong work ethic.
• Thrives in a team environment.
• Has excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Acts in a professional, compassionate, empathetic and helpful manner.

At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the technical and scientific oversight of the laboratory and personnel performing testing and reporting test results.
• As directed by and in collaboration with the Laboratory Director, the Laboratory Manager:
  • Participates in selection of test methodology appropriate for the clinical use of the test results
  • Ensures enrollment and participation in an HHS approved proficiency testing program commensurate with the services offered
  • Ensures quality control and quality assurance program appropriate for the testing performed and establishing the parameters for acceptable levels of analytic performance and ensuring that these levels are maintained throughout the entire testing process from the initial receipt of the specimen, through sample analysis and reporting of test results;
  • Ensures technical and operational problems are resolved and that remedial actions are taken whenever test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications;
  • Ensures that patient test results are not reported until all corrective actions have been taken and the test system is functioning properly;
  • Identifies training needs and assuring that each individual performing tests receives regular in-service training and education appropriate for the type and complexity of the laboratory services performed
  • Ensures adequate staffing of the laboratory
  • Ensures the training and competency of all testing personnel and that the staff maintain their competency to perform test procedures and report test results promptly, accurately and proficiently.
• Plans, organizes and directs staffing, hiring, orienting, scheduling, evaluating and continuing education initiatives.
• Ensures efficient utilization of resources.
• Develops and maintains department objectives and services.
• Develops policies and procedures; ensures compliance.
• Maintains instruments and equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications.
• Develops and maintains performance improvement.
• Prepares annual operating and capital budgets.
• Monitors, analyzes and justifies expense and revenue within departments.
• Manages laboratory operations with 4 out of the following 5 criteria: Annual Test Volume < 1,000,000; Budgeted FTE's < 90; Budgeted Gross Revenue < $90,000,000; Budgeted Expenses < $10,000,000; # Unique CPT codes < 150.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Follows Hospital and department policies and procedures with special attention to attendance and punctuality, confidentiality, dress code and display of ID badge, and safety.
• Completes mandatory education and training in order to maintain organization and department-specific competencies and requirements.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from a four-year college or university.
• Master of Health Administration (MHA) or Business Administration (MBA) preferred.
• Diploma and/or transcripts must be provided.
• Education will be verified.
• Education outside of the United States requires diploma/transcripts translated into English and proof of foreign equivalency from by an HHS approved agency or nationally recognized organization such as NACES (National Association Credential Evaluation Services, Inc) or AICE (Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc).

Certifications:

• MT (ASCP) or ASCP eligible preferred.

Complexity of Work:

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work unsupervised or with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Work Experience:

• Have at least five years of clinical laboratory training or experience, or both, in high complexity testing.
• Three years of clinical laboratory management or supervisory experience required.
• Laboratory training or experience and can be met by any combination of years of clinical laboratory training or experience.
• Clinical laboratory training or experience can be met by:
• Medical technology internship
• Full time experience performing non-waived testing for the required number of years
• Part-time experience performing non-waived testing, with 2080 hours equivalent to one year.
• If the required clinical laboratory training and experience occurred at an outside facility, a signed, official letter from the facility or organization is required which details the dates and laboratory discipline experience and training.

Physical Requirements:

• Physical demands include: Visual acuity to study specimens under a microscope.
• The ability to distinguish colors.
• Fine motor skills and manual dexterity to handle specimens and lab equipment required to process specimens and repair equipment.
• May be required to stand for long periods of time.
• Light lifting may be required.
• May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, biohazards, radioactive materials, etc.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

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The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our tobacco free and drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substance and nicotine. All new caregivers must clear a nicotine test within their 90-day new hire period. Candidates for employment who are impacted by Cleveland Clinic Health System’s Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after one year.
Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.

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