Clinical Laboratory Director

n MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIESn

• n Provides direction and technicaln n expertisen n n on the performance ofn n n appropriate laboratoryn n n testing, coordination, and standardization.n n
• n n Evaluates, researches, recommends, and develops new methodologies, procedures, and instrumentation to ensure ACLn n remainsn n n on then n n cutting edgen n n .n n n
• n n Implements testing methodologies that ensure continued service line success that is consistent with strategic and scientific goals.n n
• n n Develops collaborative relationships with medical directors, physicians, laboratory leadership, and clients thatn n utilizen n n ACL services. Develops and implements standardized policies and procedures that ensure accrediting and regulatory compliance andn n n alignn n n with ACL's quality management program. Reviewsn n n proficiencyn n n testing performance and method comparison data.n n n
• n n Representsn n the laboratory at system, regional, and hospital committees,n n n councilsn n n and clinical teams asn n n appropriaten n n . Provides technical and consultative support to internal and external customers and stakeholders. Demonstrates in-depth departmental knowledge and serves as a content expert in their respective discipline.n n n
• n n Provides input for new test business case submissions and input for resource impact due to new platforms andn n methodologyn n n changes.n n n
• n n Provides input for clinical communications and test bulletins asn n appropriaten n n .n n n
• n n Monitors various scientific and technical groups and organizations for new and revised testing and interpretative guidelines.n n
• n n n Assistsn n in developing operating and capital budgets.n n n n
• n n n Remains active in national,n n regional,n n n and local professional organizations.n n n n

n MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREDn

n n License/Registration/Certification Required:n n n Board registered in respective laboratory discipline when applicablen n

n Education Required:n n ​n n n ​​n n Doctorate Degreen n with Clinical Fellowshipn n n in Chemistryn n n , Microbiology,n n n Molecularn n n Geneticsn n n , Cytogenetics,n n n or related field.n n

n Experience Required:n n Typically requires 10n n n years of experience inn n n clinical laboratory areasn n n of respective laboratory disciplinen n n .n n

n KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIREDn

• n Proven management and leadership skills, including proven ability to work with others.n
• n n Provenn n team buildingn n n skills and excellent communication skills.n n n
• n n Strong knowledge of health care finance and laboratory regulatory requirements.n n
• n n Strongn n organizationsn n n skills.n n n
• n n Knowledge of laboratory information systems.n n
• n n Discipline specific technical knowledge andn n expertise.n n n

n PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONSn

• n n Frequently lifts up to 10 lbs. and will occasionally be required to lift up to 20 lbs.n n
• n n Must be able to sit, stand, and/or walk the majority of the workday.n n
• n n May be exposed to the following hazards: mechanical, electrical, chemical, explosive, radioactive, and infectious agents.n n
• n n The position requires travel; therefore, the incumbent will be exposed to weather and road conditions.n n
• n n May be exposed to human blood and body fluids so must wear protective clothing as needed.n n
• n n Exposed to normal office environment.n n
• n n Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.n n

n This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.n