Laboratory Director, Carthage at Ardent Health Services in Carthage, TX
Advancing Healthcare Together - The Future of Healthcare is in East Texas Why UT Health East Texas? Our People. Our people truly are our greatest strength. They make a massive difference in the amazing care we provide every day. We work closely together to create a positive experience for our patients and each other. Our Purpose. We will build on your experience and provide meaningful and purposeful career growth for your future. You will have the opportunity every day to make a difference in someone's life and change the course of healthcare. Our Place. Carthage, TX is a small town with a huge heart where you will have the privilege of caring for your neighbors. Everybody is somebody here. Representing the very best in healthcare, UT Health East Texas is comprised of 10 hospitals and more than 50 clinics across east Texas. With nearly 7,500 employees and over 1,000 licensed in-patient beds, UT Health East Texas provides healthcare services to thousands of patients annually through our hospitals, clinics, Level 1 trauma facility, air emergency fleet and EMS service in a metropolitan service area of a quarter-million people. Our UT Health Carthage hospital is seeking an experienced Lab Director to work Full Time. We are looking for your experience, knowledge and patient care skills in our Laboratory where you will be responsible for:
Collect specimens, perform tests and maintain proper documentation Assist Lab Manager in maintaining compliance with hospital and regulatory entities by keeping documentation up-to-date and review Quality Control on all tests performed Plans, directs, and manages all clinical and technical aspects of the Laboratory Services in accordance with ETMCRHS salary and personnel policies; evaluates performance of individual employees that report directly to this position. Responsible for the business development of the laboratory function including test menu definition, test menu development, pricing, profitability, revenue growth, quality assurance, and client satisfaction. DUTIES, ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:
Directs the activities of the professional/technical and support personnel; makes decisions regarding hires, promotions, salary adjustments, and disciplinary actions in accordance with ETMCRHS salary and personnel policies; evaluates performance of individual employees that report directly to this position. Develops, secures approval for, administers departmental budget in accordance with ETMCRHS policies and procedures. Responsible for collaboration with ETMC-Tyler Business office regarding CPT coding, test menus and accounts receivable. Responsible for the profitability and client satisfaction of hospital clinical laboratory services program; including product definition, test availability, menu expansion, referral testing support. Responsible for cost containment, efficient operations, client satisfaction and effective utilization of the clinical laboratory as it serves hospital and reference laboratory patients and customers. Coordinates operational efforts with Laboratory Medical Director. Develops short- and long-term goals and objectives for the departments. Responsible for frequent communication of goals and objectives to the organization above and below this position. Maintains records and compiles data to document and ensure compliance with all ETMCRHS policies and with applicable local, state, federal, and accreditation regulations. Meets and consults with administrative team to discuss problems, report department activities, and make recommendations; conducts departmental meetings and information sessions. Understands the Laboratory Compliance Plan and ETMCRHS HIPAA policies and follows such policies in day-to-day work. Communicates issues/information regarding compliance as defined in the programs. SUPERVISION:
Supervises Technical Manager, Support Services Manager, Transfusion Services Manager, Point of Care Manager, and QA Manager. Position Requirements:
Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology Degree or Business Administration.
Experience:
5 - 8 years progressively more responsible development experience in the clinical Laboratory setting. 5 years management experience is required. Certification and Licensure:
Certification as a Registered Medical Technologist by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) is preferred. Skills:
Moderate level Microsoft Windows Moderate level Microsoft Word Moderate level Microsoft Excel Compose letter/memorandum PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Use written (verbal visual) sources of information, e.g. read reports, procedural documentation, and reference materials. Use non-verbal visual sources of information, e.g. reference graphs, tables. Use verbal auditory sources of information, e.g. interviews, group meetings. Perform activities requiring sustained concentration, e.g. designing, planning work. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
Work is performed under basically normal working conditions, as in a standard office environment. Travel required. COMMENTS:
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Salary Range:
$150K -- $200K
Minimum Qualification
Healthcare ManagementEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Collect specimens, perform tests and maintain proper documentation Assist Lab Manager in maintaining compliance with hospital and regulatory entities by keeping documentation up-to-date and review Quality Control on all tests performed Plans, directs, and manages all clinical and technical aspects of the Laboratory Services in accordance with ETMCRHS salary and personnel policies; evaluates performance of individual employees that report directly to this position. Responsible for the business development of the laboratory function including test menu definition, test menu development, pricing, profitability, revenue growth, quality assurance, and client satisfaction. DUTIES, ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:
Directs the activities of the professional/technical and support personnel; makes decisions regarding hires, promotions, salary adjustments, and disciplinary actions in accordance with ETMCRHS salary and personnel policies; evaluates performance of individual employees that report directly to this position. Develops, secures approval for, administers departmental budget in accordance with ETMCRHS policies and procedures. Responsible for collaboration with ETMC-Tyler Business office regarding CPT coding, test menus and accounts receivable. Responsible for the profitability and client satisfaction of hospital clinical laboratory services program; including product definition, test availability, menu expansion, referral testing support. Responsible for cost containment, efficient operations, client satisfaction and effective utilization of the clinical laboratory as it serves hospital and reference laboratory patients and customers. Coordinates operational efforts with Laboratory Medical Director. Develops short- and long-term goals and objectives for the departments. Responsible for frequent communication of goals and objectives to the organization above and below this position. Maintains records and compiles data to document and ensure compliance with all ETMCRHS policies and with applicable local, state, federal, and accreditation regulations. Meets and consults with administrative team to discuss problems, report department activities, and make recommendations; conducts departmental meetings and information sessions. Understands the Laboratory Compliance Plan and ETMCRHS HIPAA policies and follows such policies in day-to-day work. Communicates issues/information regarding compliance as defined in the programs. SUPERVISION:
Supervises Technical Manager, Support Services Manager, Transfusion Services Manager, Point of Care Manager, and QA Manager. Position Requirements:
Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology Degree or Business Administration.
Experience:
5 - 8 years progressively more responsible development experience in the clinical Laboratory setting. 5 years management experience is required. Certification and Licensure:
Certification as a Registered Medical Technologist by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) is preferred. Skills:
Moderate level Microsoft Windows Moderate level Microsoft Word Moderate level Microsoft Excel Compose letter/memorandum PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Use written (verbal visual) sources of information, e.g. read reports, procedural documentation, and reference materials. Use non-verbal visual sources of information, e.g. reference graphs, tables. Use verbal auditory sources of information, e.g. interviews, group meetings. Perform activities requiring sustained concentration, e.g. designing, planning work. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
Work is performed under basically normal working conditions, as in a standard office environment. Travel required. COMMENTS:
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Salary Range:
$150K -- $200K
Minimum Qualification
Healthcare ManagementEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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