Clinical Laboratory Manager – Microbiology

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Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Manager-Microbiology.

In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining full responsibility for quality and quantity of work, procedures, personnel, and costs for the Microbiology laboratory. Formulates goals, assigns objectives, establishes standards of practice, and ensures continuity of services. Implements and streamlines current and new processes and procedures. Develops continuing education for staff.

Job Responsibilities:

• Management of Staff including first line Supervisors: Assigns responsibilities, establishes work hours, monitors staffing and approves any necessary overtime. Defines the expected outcome and time of completion clearly to first line supervisor and/or staff. Communicates the objective of the assignment clearly to the employee. Assigns work in order to accomplish goals in a timely fashion. Solicits feedback from the employee to ensure the assignment is understood. Assigns work hours to facilitate adequate staffing and keep overtime to a minimum.
• Staff Development, Evaluation, Counseling and Personnel related activities: Directly supervises first line supervisors and oversees the supervision of the entire staff. Interviews prospective employees, evaluates and document staff performance in conjunction with assigned supervisor and performs personnel counseling. Interviews prospective employees and makes recommendations regarding hiring to the laboratory Administrative Director. Recognizes the need to counsel subordinates and performs counseling in a timely fashion. Explains to the employee clearly what his/her responsibilities are and the standards of the performance. Offers staff recommendations and guidance for improving performance. Disciplines subordinates when necessary and in accordance with collective bargaining and Medical Center policies and procedures. Brings to the employees attention areas of performance needing improvement as soon as they are recognized with a plan and time frame for correction.
• Planning, Procedure Development and Quality Assurance: Develops and implements departmental operating policies and procedures, with ongoing development/modification of the laboratorys quality control program and requirements for regulatory agencies. Understands what the Departmental goals are, and sets objective in order to reach them. Develops with the Medical Director and the Administrative Director, short and long range plans for the accomplishment of goals. Ensures compliance with regulatory agencies and appropriate licensing in service areas as well as personnel. Maintains awareness of current and changing regulatory requirements. Ensures that the laboratory policy and procedure manuals are up to date, well organized and accessible to staff. Develops and implements systems for evaluating, revising and communicating policies and procedures. Establishes, maintains and monitors a comprehensive and effective quality control, preventive maintenance, safety program, data and materials management, and quality of service.
• Cost containment: participates in cost control activities by seeking the most effective method of delivering quality services, and maintains an awareness of the cost impact of decisions and actions. Monitors/evaluates practices and identifies areas of excessive material costs. Arranges and reschedules staff within the constraints of collective bargaining agreement and Medical Center policies in order to minimize overtime. Interacts with sales representatives, investigates and determines with the Administrative Director the most serviceable and cost effective materials and instrumentation for laboratory operations. Reviews and approves payroll information. Provides the Administrative Director with cost information necessary for the preparation of the annual budget.
• Reports/Documentation: Prepares reports and oversees all departmental documentation. Reviews and revises the standards of written documentation on a regular basis for appropriateness and compliance with established laboratory standards and regulations. Prepares statistical data of departmental operations for submission to Administrative Director. Assists in the preparation of the departments annual report in accordance with established guidelines. Provides to the Clinical and or Administrative Director any and all reports defined and requested by him or her.
• Time utilization: Acts appropriately in prioritizing and coordinating responsibilities and duties to ensure smooth operation of the Laboratory. Work is thought out and planned in advance; is able to successfully implement plan. Determines priorities; adheres to these priorities with minimal changes. Demonstrates flexibility in adjusting to the fluctuating needs of the laboratory and Medical Center. Coordinates own work and the work of the staff to achieve efficiency and good quality patient care.
• Information Systems and Decision Support: Assists in the maintenance, development and utilization of LIS to optimize the overall quality and efficiency of work. Utilizes computer based methodology to organize, analyze and present data to support decisions and objectives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or Biological Science.
• Minimum of seven years in a clinical laboratory with supervisory/management responsibilities and knowledgeable in all areas of Microbiology.
• Current NYSDOH Department of Education License as a Medical Technologist.

Preferred Qualifications:
NCA/ASCP, MT (ASCP), SM (ASCP)

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

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At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it’s developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.

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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $161,831 – $177,188 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

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