Laboratory Services Director jobs in Norwich, CT

Description

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For more than 118 years, Backus Hospital has been the primary source of healthcare services for much of Eastern Connecticut. We are home to the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties, and are the only area hospital with LIFE STAR helicopter services. We deliver and coordinate a continuum of high-quality healthcare with the goal of improving the health of our communities.

JOB SUMMARY
Provides supervisory oversight for a department of the clinical laboratory. Duties may include multiple departments and more than one location. Provides operational and technical oversight within these sections. Reports directly to the Manager of Laboratory Service and works closely with the Medical Director, and other supervisory team to formulate section activities, modify, and implement test procedures and policies, and maintain adherence to all regulatory (TJC, CAP, CLIA, etc.) regulations. Participates in the planning and execution of department projects and service goals. Assists the Manager in preparation and adherence to the departmental budgets (salary, non-salary, revenue) and is accountable to managing to their budget in each area.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree or significant experience in area of oversight required. Bachelor's degree or Master's degree preferred.

Experience: Three (3) years previous technical experience in a clinical laboratory or equivalent required. Five (5) years previous technical experience in a clinical laboratory supervisory experience in a clinical laboratory preferred.

Licensure, Certification, Registration: Certification in area of oversight required. ASCP (MT, MLS) preferred.

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