Laboratory Operations Director
Laboratory Operations Director
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Job Description
Lighthouse Lab Services has partnered with a wellestablished independent reference laboratory located in Houston TX. This lab is looking for a director of lab operations to ensure the laboratory functions smoothly on a dayto day basis.
Job Summary:
Reporting directly to the CEO the lab operations director will help the laboratory execute qualitycentric goals and objectives while maintaining regulatory compliance for a CLIAcertified and CAPaccredited lab. The role will involve improving overall quality and serving as a coach for operational leadership in the creation and implementation of processes policies and procedures. Cell culture experience is required.
Key Responsibilities:
Establish and maintain quality control (QC) quality assurance (QA) and safety programs in compliance with all regulatory standards.
Review and update all QC QA and safety documentation policies and procedures annually.
Review personnel files annually for accreditation state/local licensure and certification compliance including educational requirements resumes certifications licensure continuing education competency training director delegations health and safety and overall compliance.
Participate in department budget preparation as directed annually.
Review QC/QA data submitted by departments and prepare report summaries as requested by the Lab Director.
Evaluate the validity of results through the review of QC/QA documentation.
Perform new method validations and implement new testing methods and/or instruments for the testing site.
Be accessible to testing personnel at all times offering onsite telephone or electronic consultation to resolve technical problems according to lab policies and procedures.
Work closely with the Lab Manager and senior/executive leadership.
Assist with lean projects throughout the laboratory to improve processes and ensure quality patient care is delivered efficiently and costeffectively.
Perform various additional duties as required by the Lab Director and CEO.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Science or related subject or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) certification (or equivalent) with the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or an acceptable equivalent.
Quality Assurance certifications preferred (ASQ CMQ etc..
- 57 years of experience in quality assurance is required.
Previous laboratory management experience required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with lean process improvements.
Strong knowledge of CLIA and CAP accreditation requirements.
Proven ability to mentor and guide operational leadership in quality initiatives.
Benefits and Salary:
- Medical Dental Vision
- PTO and Holidays
- Salary depending upon experience
About the Laboratory:
Our laboratory is CLIA certified and CAP accredited providing highquality diagnostic services while adhering to strict compliance standards. We are committed to fostering a culture of quality safety and continuous improvement in all aspects of laboratory operations.
About Us:
At Lighthouse Lab Services we offer solutions to help start grow and run clinical laboratories. Our recruiting team has over 21 years of proven success placing job seekers in positions ranging from entry level Medical Technologists to seasoned Laboratory Directors. We recruit nationwide for permanent and travel positions with clients ranging from small hospitals to large reference laboratories.
It is the policy of Lighthouse Lab Services to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age color national origin citizenship status physical or mental disability race religion creed gender sex sexual orientation gender identity and/or expression genetic information marital status status with regard to public assistance veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law. In addition Lighthouse Lab Services will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
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Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full Time
