Lab Manager – Hematopathology

In this role, the successful candidate oversees the technical operations of hematopathology/flow cytometry division at ACC 38th Street Molecular Pathology Laboratory. Responsible for managing quality and quantity of work, procedures, personnel, and costs. Formulates goals, assigns objectives, establishes standards of practice, and ensures continuity of services at all sites. Supervises and ensures the proper performance of all techniques and procedures in the flow cytometry laboratory. Oversees validations, implementation of new tests, quality control and quality improvement. Assures compliance with regulatory standards.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Managementof flow cytometry staff: assigns responsibilities, establishes work hours,monitors staffing and approves necessary overtime. Develops new workflow plans to ensureefficient laboratory operations. Chairs monthly staff meetings to communicaterelevant issues. Prioritizes work responsibly and consistently with needs ofdepartment. Reviews technical work performed by staff to ensure consistent highquality.
2. Staff Development, Evaluation, Counseling andPersonnel related activities: Oversees supervision of the flow cytometry staff.Interviews perspective employees, evaluates and documents staff performance andperforms personnel counseling/discipline. Monitors staff workload andproductivity. Recognizes and identifies staff needs and develops programs tomeet needs. Participates in staffretention and recruitment activities. Provides staff in-service/training asrequired. Conducts annual performance and competency reviews and maintainsemployee files. Offers guidance and provides resources for improvingperformance standards. Ensures staff compliance with all required annualtraining.
3. Procedure Development: Develops, implements andensures that flow cytometry laboratory policies and procedures are current andrelevant and consistent with regulatory standards. Maintains and updates policyand procedure manuals for the laboratory. Ensures required sign-off by staff& directors. Oversees test validation in conjunction with theHematopathology Director. Establishes compliant quality control processes fortesting.
4. QualityControl: Participates in ongoing development/modification of the laboratorysquality control program and requirements for regulatory agencies as they relateto the flow cytometry laboratory. Develops quality control standards for flowcytometry processes. Ensures that allquality control logs and equipment and temperature records are maintained.Ensures laboratory compliance with all accreditation agency standards(including: Joint Commission, CAP, and NYSDOH). Monitors and maintains required departmental and statistical recordsand reports. Works collaboratively withSenior Administrative Director, Director of AP Operations, Director of Quality Systemsand Medical Director on QA initiatives.
5. Planning and Budgeting/Cost Containment: Participatesin cost control activities by seeking themost effective method of delivering quality services, and maintains anawareness of the cost impact of decisions and actions. Utilizes audit reports,MFR data and Epic Beaker data to effectively manage lab & enhance labproductivity. Understands operational and capital budget process as required bydirector.
6. Equipment procurement: Meets with vendors andevaluates new equipment and technologies. Works with vendors to secure reagentand contract pricing. Ensures all equipment is consistently maintained. Ordersand uses supplies and resources effectively. Monitors and maintains inventorycontrol; monitor and schedule all standing orders for flow cytometry laboratory.
7. Time utilization/Behavioral Standards: Actsappropriately in prioritizing and coordinating responsibilities and duties toensure smooth operation of the laboratory consistent with needs of department.Cooperates and communicates effectively with staff and directors. Follows uprequests in timely and effective manner.
8. Reports/Documentation: Works in conjunction withSenior Administrative Director and Director of AP Operations to prepare reportsregarding business analysis and future growth opportunities. Ensures compliancewith all departmental documentation.
9. Flow Cytometry Tech Duties: Participates in specimen prep, processing and analysis of flow cytometric data of clinical cases for diagnostic purposes when necessary. Results other tests (CD34, lymphocyte subset) as necessary. Performs QA/QC of technical work.
10. House Staff Training: Participates by assisting pathologists in training residents and fellows as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in the laboratory science, biology, chemistry or related discipline from an accredited college or university.
NYSDOH Licensed as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist.
5 years of supervisory experience in flow cytometry.
Effective oral, written, communication and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrates above average knowledge or expertise in dealing with scientific principals involved in the methodology performed; as well as alternative methodologies and their application to a given situation.
Excellent computer ability..

Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in laboratory science, biology, chemistry, management, business, public health or related field. ASCP Certification in Flow Cytometry. 6-10 years supervisory experience. Knowledge of Epic Beaker LIS.