Laboratory Manager
Down East Community Hospital · US
Description JOB SUMMARY AND SCOPE The Laboratory Manager (MLT or MT) reports to the VP of Physician Practices and Ancillary Services and the Laboratory Medic...
Job description
Description JOB SUMMARY AND SCOPE: The Laboratory Manager (MLT or MT) reports to the VP of Physician Practices and Ancillary Services and the Laboratory Medical Director and oversees the day-to-day operations of the laboratory including the proficiency, competency, safety, quality control, instrument maintenance and validation, testing validation, testing management and other functions of the laboratory's professional and phlebotomy staff. The manager has an appropriate level of knowledge of medical technology and possesses sufficient academic, technical, and clinical skills and knowledge to evaluate, troubleshoot, research, and resolve day-to-day problems which arise, is able to make critical decisions, and handle difficult situations in a professional manner, using resources wisely in consultation with the laboratory director. The manager is a "team player", proficient in all areas of the clinical laboratory, and able to work on any bench or any shift when the need arises. Independent judgment, professional education, and National certification (AMT or ASCP) is required. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: *DECH is an equal opportunity employer. - Assists in planning and organizing the duti...