**Job Summary** The Director, Laboratory oversees a wide variety of administrative, fiscal, and technical activities to ensure the efficient operation of the clinical laboratory and compliance with corporate policies. The Director, Lab is responsible for the quality control program, quality assurance, and the point of care testing programs within the clinical laboratory. The Director, Lab plans, organizes, directs, controls, and evaluates the work of the clinical laboratory and coordinating it with other areas of the hospital and is responsible for all personnel including hiring, discipline, staff development, evaluation, payroll. The Director, Lab acts as technical supervisor for clinical laboratory functions off site and owned by the hospital and assures the laboratory meets all regulatory requirements. (CAP, AABB, JCAHO, CLIA etc) **Essential Functions** + Completes employee evaluations in a timely manner and assesses staff competencies on an ongoing basis. + Demonstrates proficiency at hospital wide and/or department specific computer software and technology. + Demonstrates fiscal accountability for department resources and the ability to achieve outcomes within allocated resources. + Communicates and supports the hospital's mission, vision, and values as well as departmental goals to all staff. + Defines performance objectives and metrics for the department. + Demonstrates population appropriate skill sets for all relevant patient populations. + Collaborates with other departments to problem solve ongoing issues that impact department/organization goals and/or patient care delivery. + Incorporates quality improvement data and/or patient satisfaction data into departmental goals. + Ensures accurate and timely reporting of department payroll. + Effectively plans the goals, objectives, and work flow of the clinical laboratory to achieve optimal performance. + Assures the laboratory is compliant with all regulatory agency (CAP, AABB, Joint Commision, CLIA etc) requirements. + Successfully meets department productivity goals by scheduling staff according to workload. + Effectively keeps abreast of changes in laboratory medicine and keeps SRMC laboratory current with these changes. + Evaluates the capitol equipment needs of the laboratory and makes responsible recommendations for procurement. + Assures the laboratory meets corporate compliance policies. + Assures laboratory billing issues and errors are corrected in a timely manner. + Effectively promotes, encourages, and provides continuing education opportunities for laboratory staff. + Represents the department at appropriate meetings and/or committees and actively participates in the facilities' PI program. + Works diligently to recruit and retain competent staff in the department and effectively manages staff disciplinary actions. + Manages departmental inventory, ordering, storage, and utilization as appropriate + Performs other duties as assigned. + Complies with all policies and standards. **Qualifications** + Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology, chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science required or + 2-4 years experience in a clinical, medical or hospital laboratory. required or + 2-4 years Prior people management experience required **Licenses and Certifications** + MLS - Medical Lab Scientist (Formally MT Certification) ASCP, AAB, CLS, or equivalent required As the Director of the Laboratory at Merit Health River Oaks, you’ll play a vital role in doing what you do best - providing quality care to our patients. Our employees enjoy a robust benefits package including health insurance and flexible scheduling. We know it’s not just about finding a job. It’s about finding a place where you are respected and valued, your work is purposeful and fulfilling, your talent is recognized, professional development is encouraged, and career advancement is possible. Merit Health River Oaks is an employer that will motivate you, inspire you, and allow you to grow. We're looking for the best. 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