Anatomic Pathology Laboratories Operations Director (Senior Instructor)
Anatomic Pathology Laboratories Operations Director (Senior Instructor)
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Job Description
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Department: Pathology
Position #: Requisition #37308:
Job Summary:
The Department of Pathology at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is seeking a full-time (1.0 FTE) Anatomic Pathology (AP) Laboratories Operations Director at the faculty rank of Senior Instructor.
The AP Laboratories Operations Director will provide leadership to and management of the different laboratories working both collaboratively and creatively with staff and administrative leadership to address complex technical facility and HR related issues to improve processes and integrate services within the AP laboratories and other hospital departments. This includes development of workflows policies and procedures the approach to deployment of information technology and cross entity coordination for enterprise-wide solutions. The AP Laboratories Operations Director ensures quality and timely pre-intra and post-analytical processes and procedures to guarantee that specimen handling slide preparation and pathology reporting are accurate and compliant.
Key Responsibilities:
Operations (25%)
- Plan coordinate and administer the activities of the gross laboratory histology laboratory cytopathology laboratory and morgue.
- Serve as key interface between the anatomic pathology laboratories other departmental laboratories/divisions and UC Health services clinics and operating rooms.
- Meet with and prepare reports for the laboratory medical director and other departmental leaders such as workload statistics errors/deviations and quality metrics.
- Supervision over laboratory supervisors Histology Cytology and support staff and collaboration with pathology assistant.
- Plan supervise and assign work to staff evaluate performance and conduct training.
- Provide an oversight of equipment and facilities in the anatomic laboratories and associated clinical spaces.
- Provide vacation relief coverage to cytology supervisor and cytology business support professional.
- Maintains cytology certification; participates in the annual Proficiency Testing.
Planning (20%)
- Implement department strategic goals approved by Department Chair Vice Chair of Anatomic Pathology and Administration.
- Engage with department leaders and faculty to effect short term and long-term goals and strategic visions.
- Monitor quality assurance metrics and develop quality improvement programs.
- Assist with benchmarking with central Administration; spend one day/week in administration to learn systems.
Financial Management (25%)
- Perform cost studies as needed for contracts negotiations and compliance.
- Develop implement and monitor flow of funds for anatomic pathology laboratories for review by Administrator Clinical Leaders and Chair.
- Supervise lab managers and provide HR counseling disciplinary action (s) and mentoring.
Policy Coordination (25%)
- Ensure laboratory and provider compliance with regulatory and licensing agencies.
- Execute policy review development implementation and auditing to ensure regulatory compliance and quality assurance including compliance with CAP.
- Laboratory Accreditation Program and proficiency testing assays.
Education Participation (5%)
- Participate in education and orientation of pathology residents fellows and medical students in laboratory management and regulatory compliance.
Work Location:
Onsite this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora CO.
Why Join Us:
Welcome to the Department of Pathology at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. The Department has grown substantially in the past 15 years from 40 to 120 faculty in parallel with the remarkable growth of our hospital-based affiliates as well as the city and county of Denver. Our work is value driven and focused on scientific investigation and lifelong learning. In addition to a vibrant and highly competitive residency program with 25 positions we offer 9 fellowships and participate in numerous graduate schools and the MD/PhD program of the CU School of Medicine.
Why work for the University
We haveAMAZINGbenefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:
- Medical: Multiple plan options
- Dental: Multiple plan options
- Additional Insurance: Disability Life Vision
- Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
- Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
- Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
- Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
- Holiday Days: 10/year
- Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
- ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service
There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
- Masters degree in business administration health administration public health or a related field from an accredited institution
- A minimum of five (5) years in a clinical laboratory setting
- A minimum of three (3) years of supervisory and/or managerial experience
How to Apply:
For full consideration please submit the following document(s):
1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
2. Curriculum vitae / Resume
3. Five professional references including name address phone number (mobile number if appropriate) and email address
Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at should be directed to:
Screening of Applications Begins:
This position will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and candidates may be contacted for interviews throughout the posting period. Upon candidate selection the posting will be closed and no further applications will be accepted.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:
$120000 to $130000
The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the Universitys good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
Total Compensation Calculator: Employment Opportunity Statement:
The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
ADA Statement:
The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at .
Background Check Statement:
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty staff students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.
Vaccination Statement:
CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and othervaccine preventable diseases. If you work visit or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work visit or volunteer respectively. In addition if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties you must enroll in theoccupational health medical surveillance program.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
