Director of Laboratory Service

Overview

The Director of Laboratory Services is responsible for managing the laboratory in a manner to assure that tests to obtain data for diagnosis and treatment of diseases are performed accurately and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manages the department in an efficient manner by planning, organizing, and controlling assigned activities in the department.
• Recommends new procedures and improvements of existing ones.
• Determines staffing needs and patterns and recommends appropriate staffing levels and classifications.
• Determines work assignments and priorities, and schedules coverage of lab.
• Develops and evaluates or assists in the development and evaluation of each section's quality control program.
• Maintains adequate inventory of supplies.
• Prepares department budget in cooperation with Administration.
• Establishes goals for the department and evaluates employee performance.
• Interviews prospective personnel and makes recommendations on hiring and firing and coordinates the orientation of new employees in procedures and hospital policy.
• Develops procedures and problem solving in conjunction with other hospital departments, Medical Staff and Administration.
• Coordinates all departmental in-service education activities.
• Provides statistical data to Administration accurately and on a timely basis, and insures proper maintenance of department records.
• Provides support to laboratory staff in communicating with instrumentation companies to ensure that instruments are properly maintained and upgraded or replaced as needed.
• May participate in shift coverage and take call-in when necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education:

• Master's Degree from an accredited institution with a major in a chemical, physical, or biological science and at least four (4) years of pertinent clinical laboratory experience following graduation, including a minimum of two (2) years working in the designated specialty and two (2) years in a supervisory position; OR
• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology, including successful completion of a CAHEA-approved School of Medical Technology program and certification by a nationally recognized certifying agency, with at least four (4) years of pertinent clinical laboratory experience and two (2) years in a supervisory position; OR
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution with a major in a chemical, physical, or biological science and at least six (6) years of pertinent experience in a hospital clinical laboratory under the direction of a doctoral-level laboratory director, with additional coursework and training providing technical and professional knowledge comparable to that of a Medical Technology program, plus two (2) years in a supervisory position.

Work Experience:

• Minimum of four (4) to six (6) years of pertinent clinical laboratory experience required, depending on educational qualifications.
• Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience required.

Licensure/Certification:

• Certification by a nationally recognized certifying agency required where applicable.
• Must maintain state licensure as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Comprehensive knowledge of all laboratory functions, operations, and testing disciplines.
• Knowledge of laboratory regulations, quality assurance standards, and accreditation requirements.
• Ability to effectively supervise laboratory personnel and departmental operations.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to maintain and promote quality, safety, and regulatory compliance within the laboratory.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to analyze complex laboratory data and operational issues.
• Commitment to maintaining current professional knowledge and competencies through continuing education and professional development activities.