Location:
Pembroke Pines, Florida
At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.
Summary:
Manages the daily operations of the department or assigned area/function to ensure alignment with departmental and organizational objectives.
Responsibilities:
Assists with developing and implementing specific departmental goals, plans and regulatory standards, and objectives which directly support the strategic plan and vision of the organization.May act as the Laboratory Director when necessary.May report test results in a timely manner according to established laboratory protocols.May perform accurate and appropriate testing of specimens received in the laboratory, according to established laboratory protocol and procedures.May perform method validations and ongoing method assessments.Maintains an in depth understanding of current instrumentation, procedural, regulatory and billing activity that applies to the department.Provides input to the budget as well as monitor expenses for the department. Prepare and monitor monthly personnel budget, operating budget and expenses with Laboratory Director.Monitors departmental budgets, regulatory compliance, departmental contracts and vendor relations. Determines and justifies needs for systems/equipment/supplies purchases, monitors usage, and oversees proper working order and/or stock supplies.Investigate and recommend testing procedures to be used in the department in conjunction with the Medical and Laboratory directors.Develops the training material and the competency assessment tools used by the department and ensure that all associated documentation is kept up to date.Manages staff relations including performance management, staff satisfaction, and conflict management. Performs and oversees scheduling, recruitment, payroll, and student engagements.Prepare policies and procedures required to keep department in compliance with regulatory standards and inspection ready at all times (i.e. CAP, CLIA, OSHA, JCAHO etc.)
Competencies:
ACCOUNTABILITY, CLINICAL POLICIES AND STANDARDS, CUSTOMER SERVICE, HEALTHCARE REGULATORY ENVIRONMENT, LABORATORY QUALITY CONTROL, LEADING BY COACHING, MANAGING PEOPLE, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR
Education and Certification Requirements:
Bachelors (Required)Certified Medical Technologist (MT) - American Medical Technologists (AMT), Clinical Lab Supervisor License (SU LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL), Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Additional Job Information:
Complexity of Work: Advanced knowledge of laboratory procedures and instrumentation. Ability to effectively relate and communicate with internal and external customers. Advanced knowledge of laboratory information systems. Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.Required Work Experience: Three (3) years of supervisory experience required.Other Information: **National Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) or as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS).Additional Education Info: Graduate of an accredited Medical Technologist or Medical Laboratory Scientist programAdditional Credential Info: With qualification in the area of responsibility
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:
- Bending and Stooping = 40%
- Climbing = 0%
- Keyboard Entry = 60%
- Kneeling = 40%
- Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 40%
- Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 40%
- Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 40%
- Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 20%
- Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 40%
- Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 40%
- Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 40%
- Reaching = 40%
- Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 0%
- Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 60%
- Running = 0%
- Sitting = 40%
- Squatting = 40%
- Standing = 60%
- Walking = 60%
- Audible Speech = 80%
- Hearing Acuity = 80%
- Smelling Acuity = 0%
- Taste Discrimination = 0%
- Depth Perception = 80%
- Distinguish Color = 80%
- Seeing - Far = 80%
- Seeing - Near = 80%
- Bio hazardous Waste = 40%
- Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 40%
- Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 40%
- Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 40%
- Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 40%
- Asbestos = 40%
- Cytotoxic Chemicals = 0%
- Dust = 40%
- Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 40%
- Hazardous Chemicals = 0%
- Hazardous Medication = 0%
- Latex = 40%
- Computer Monitor = 60%
- Domestic Animals = 0%
- Extreme Heat/Cold = 0%
- Fire Risk = 0%
- Hazardous Noise = 0%
- Heating Devices = 0%
- Hypoxia = 0%
- Laser/High Intensity Lights = 40%
- Magnetic Fields = 40%
- Moving Mechanical Parts = 40%
- Needles/Sharp Objects = 40%
- Potential Electric Shock = 20%
- Potential for Physical Assault = 20%
- Radiation = 40%
- Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
- Unprotected Heights = 0%
- Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 40%
Shift:
Primarily for office workers - not eligible for shift differential
Disclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.
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Memorial Healthcare System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.
Memorial Healthcare System recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law.
We are proud to offer Veteran’s Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). You must indicate your status on your application to take advantage of this program.
Employment is subject to post offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing.
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