Medical Laboratory Director

Floresville, TX - Salary Range 100-120k (Non-MD)

Job Brief

Directs and coordinates activities of workers engaged in performing chemical, microscopic, and bacteriologic tests to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of diseases by performing the following duties.

Responsibilities

• Assigns and directs staff and oversees performance of tests in fields of microbiology, chemistry, histology, hematology, urinalysis, coagulation, blood bank and serology.
• Ensures that schedules are completed ahead of schedule and cover all needs of the laboratory and outlying clinics while maintaining FTE standards.
• Evaluates and modifies department's policies and procedures, ensuring annual review by all employees to include Laboratory Manager and Laboratory Medical Director.
• Maintain approval of all policies and procedures every two years by the P&P and QIC committees.
• Plans, designs, and directs installation of new or improved laboratory techniques.
• Researches and recommends purchase of laboratory equipment.
• Prepares or directs preparation of various qualitative and quantitative reports and records.
• Designs and administers quality control program for each section.
• Consults on work in progress and completed work to assure accuracy.
• Directs the proper storage of hazardous materials and the laboratory safety program.
• Performs specialized and more difficult tests and procedures.
• Reviews current literature and attends meetings and seminars to keep informed of new developments in field.
• Coordinates and conducts education and training programs to include annual competency requirements for medical technology personnel, phlebotomists and students.
• Communicates all issues with laboratory workload, QC, personnel and students with Laboratory Manager.
• Performs phlebotomy functions and non-technical duties in areas including the hospital laboratory, outpatient and off-site services to include assembling all equipment required.
• Verifies or records identity of patient or donor by utilizing COLA and CLIA guidelines and converses with patient or donor to allay fear of procedure.Provides courier services as required for lab and outlying clinics, which includes ensuring your own transportation for pick-up and deliveries as required.
• Ensures all COLA, CLIA, CMS, and Joint Commission standards are met.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, or four to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: MLT
• A valid Texas Driver’s License is required, as the job duties include traveling to all CMMC campuses, as appropriate.
• Clean driving record