Lab Manager- Operations- Mission Cancer + Blood (Des Moines)

Healthcare Administrative

Mission Cancer & Blood, part of UI Health Care is seeking a Lab Manager- Operations to be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the lab. The Laboratory Manager Operations assures that all testing is done in accordance with established policies and procedures following CLIA requirements and regulations. The Laboratory Manager Operations oversees employee performance, safety, proficiency testing, record keeping, training and lab relations as it pertains to patients, providers, and other departments.

Duties to include :

• Ensure quality laboratory services for all aspects of the organization.
• Ensure safe environmental conditions including ensuring all OSHA standards are met.
• Provides employees with appropriate education / training.
• Act as a liaison between different departments to facilitate seamless communication.
• Coordinate and supervise laboratory staff to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Collaborate with staff to address and resolve any operational challenges.
• Maintains medical laboratory staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees.
• Completes operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees.
• Counsels and disciplines employees as needed.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
• Ensure test performance only within the limitations of the clinical laboratory license.
• Ensure no test results are reported until all corrective actions have been taken and the test system is properly functioning.
• Assure personnel competency and training.
• Evaluate testing personnel annually and maintain these records for two years.
• Consult with patients regarding lab results or lab concerns. Explain procedures to patients and family members in a professional and courteous manner.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards in laboratory practices.
• Perform various quality control procedures to maintain compliance with internal and external regulations.
• Maintain inventory of supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Maintain records and documentation for proficiency testing and to meet CLIA requirements and regulations.
• Perform all other duties as assigned or necessary including covering Technical Laboratory Manager when absent.

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Percent of Time : 100%

Work Schedule : Monday Friday, 40 hours / week, Hours generally worked between 7 : 00am-5 : 30pm

Location : Des Moines, IA Mission Cancer + Blood

Pay Grade : 5A

Benefits Highlights :

Required Qualification :

Bachelor's degree in chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology and one-year laboratory training or experience.

Desirable Qualifications :

Phlebotomy experience

Knowledge of medical laboratory principles, standards, applications, regulations, and tests.

Knowledge of medical laboratory safety, cleanliness, OSHA standards, and infection prevention standard precaution policies and regulations.

Knowledge of medical laboratory equipment uses and maintenance.

Knowledge of HR policies and procedures

Application Process : In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential / education verification.

References : Five professional references will be requested and required at a later step in the recruitment process.

This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.