JOB SUMMARY:

Under the general to moderate direction of the Information Services Management Team and other members of the Laboratory Departmental Leadership Team, the LIS Systems Manager performs a wide variety of laboratory analyses by methodologies that vary from basic and moderately complex to highly complex, according to established standards and procedures in order to obtain valid data for use in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Utilizes and maintains high technology, scientific, equipment and recognizes and resolves testing problems and invalid or inconsistent test data. Demonstrates a commitment to professional accountability and growth to maintain and expand knowledge and skills. Contributes to the achievement of the mission and philosophy of the Organization. Contributes to the effective operations of the Organization by demonstrating dependability in job performance. Exhibits the F.I.R.S.T. values (Friendliness, Innovation, Respect, Service, and Trust).

WORKING CONDITIONS, HAZARDS, AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Works standard work week with overtime as necessary to meet workload and staffing requirements; rotating weekends and holidays. Workload and staffing may require alteration in regularly scheduled shift. Moderate physical exertion with moderate to marked stress levels. Moderate noise level due to centrifuges and other instrumentation. Light to moderate moving of supplies. Works with toxic, caustic, and flammable chemicals and reagents. The task of this job involved exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissues. Must be able to move or position 25 lbs. independently.

CONTACTS WITH OTHERS:

Contact with patients, families, visitors, nursing, Associates, and other hospital personnel. Works closely with other departmental Associates and p

ersonnel. Also has contact with physicians and with students in clinical rotations.

EQUIPMENT USED/SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

Automated and non-automated laboratory instrumentation and tools.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR EQUIVALENTS:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree of Science; completion of clinical certification or equivalency.

Experience:

Five (5) years LIS experience or related experience.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND/OR REGISTRATIONS:

ASCP registration as Medical Technologist (MT).