Assistant Director Laboratory In Laboratory Full-Time Day Shift 25036

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We are dedicated to providing high-quality compassionate care to our diverse community. As a leading healthcare provider we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. If youre passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting New Bridge Medical Center is looking for an Assistant Director of Laboratory.

Job Duties

Regulatory Compliance and Quality Assurance
Ensure continuous compliance with all regulatory and accrediting bodies including CLIA CAP NJDOH Joint Commission state and federal regulations.

Directly manage the Quality Management System and assist with the development and enforcement of policies and quality assurance procedures for all phases of testing (pre-analytic analytic and post-analytic).

Investigates non-conformities and complaints and manages the implementation of corrective and preventive action plans.

Coordinate and manage all administrative preparations for inspections audits and accreditation surveys.

Oversee and document the administrative aspects of proficiency testing to ensure it is handled according to CLIA standards.

Operational Management and Workflow Efficiency
Drive day-to-day operational excellence and ensuring optimal workflow turnaround times and customer service for all clients (physicians hospital staff patients).

Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) metrics and statistics to identify bottlenecks and implement process improvements using LEAN or Six Sigma principles.

Oversee the non-technical aspects of the Laboratory Information System (LIS) ensuring accurate patient accessioning test ordering and result reporting and coordinating with IT.

Oversee the inventory and materials management process for clinical supplies reagents and equipment ensuring adequate stock and cost-effective purchasing.

Fiscal Management and Billing

Assist in the preparation and management of the operating and capital budgets for the laboratory department.

Assist in monitoring monthly financial performance investigate variances and develop cost-saving initiatives without compromising patient care quality.

Collaborate with billing/finance departments to maintain the Charge Description Master (CDM) ensuring accurate test coding and compliance with billing regulations (e.g. Medicare/Medicaid).

Personnel Management and Staff Development
Promote teamwork and foster a positive work environment and ensure effective communication between technical and administrative laboratory staff.

Plans directs coordinates and reviews the work of subordinate administrative and technical personnel within the lab and assigned service areas.

Supervises and evaluates employee performance providing leadership to maintain high employee morale and professional conduct.

Ability to work collaboratively and build positive relationships with stakeholders.

Other Duties
Performs other duties as assigned to support the overall objectives of the department and organization.

Position Qualifications:
Knowledge of clinical laboratory regulations (CLIA CAP DOH TJC...) and best practices.
Strong leadership team management problem-solving and communication skills to serve as an effective liaison across multidisciplinary teams (medical staff hospital administration technical staff).
Proven ability to develop implement and enforce policies and procedures to ensure the highest standards of quality and patient safety.

Education
Bachelors degree in Medical Technology Clinical Laboratory Science or a related field is required. Masters degree is strongly preferred.

Masters Degree with at least 5 years of laboratory progressive leadership and experience in a high-complexity clinical laboratory setting is highly preferred.

Salary commensurate with experience within posted range

$108000 to 141000/ Year

We provide a comprehensive benefits package including a competitive medical dental and vision plans. We prioritize work-life balance with a generous time off policy that includes ample vacation days personal time sick leave and nine paid holidays. Additionally we are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees offering robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs to help support our employees ongoing development.

Required Experience:

Director