Laboratory Services Manager - St. Rita's Hospital - Lima at Mercy Health, Lima, OH

Laboratory Services Manager - St. Rita's Hospital - Lima at Mercy Health in Lima, OH. Full-time. Est. up to $130k. Apply with swipeandhired.

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Work Shift:
Days/Afternoons (United States of America)

Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The Manager Lab manages all aspects of laboratory services for the clinical laboratory at designated sites. The Manager interacts with other hospital services to support coordination of patient care activities and achieve performance improvement activities. They ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.

Essential Job Functions

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification
MLS Medical Lab Scientist Certification or eligible by a nationally recognized certification agency (preferably ASCP) required

For RSFH: MLS Medical Lab Scientist Certification or CT Cytotechnologist or HTL Scientist in Histotechnology by a nationally recognized certification agency (preferably ASCP) required

Education
Bachelors, Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Laboratory Science/Biomedical Science/Biology/Biochemistry
from a Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) approved program (required)

Work Experience
5 years experience in a laboratory tech setting (required)
Previous experience in a leadership position in a laboratory tech environment (required)

Training
None

Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids*
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials*
May have periods of constant interruptions
General office environment
Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions
Prolonged periods of working alone
Other: Intermittent exposure to fumes and odors

Physical Requirements
Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.) 1-33%
Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.) 0%
Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.) 1-33%
Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.) 1-33%
Stoop/Kneel 1-33%
Crawling 0%
Climbing 0%
Balance 1-33%
Bending 1-33%
Sitting 67-100%
Walking 1-33%
Standing 1-33%

Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards
Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
Perform shift work
Hear alarms/telephone/audio recorder
Reach above shoulder
Repetitive arm/hand movements
Finger Dexterity
Color Vision
Acuity - far
Acuity - near
Depth perception
Use of latex products
Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
Exposure to moving mechanical parts
Exposure to dust/fumes
Exposure to potential electrical shock
Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy
Exposure to high pitched noises
Gaseous risk exposure

Patient Population
Neonates (0-4 weeks)
Infant (1-12 months)
Pediatrics (1-12 years)
Adolescents (13-17 years)
Adults (18-64 years)
Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Skills
Active Listening
Ability to discern the thinking of others
Service Orientation
Verbal and Written Communication
Coordination
Problem Solving
Customer Service
Leadership
Mentoring
Keyboarding
Microsoft Office
Telephone Skills
Office Machine Operation
Lab Information Systems
Ability to train staff
Organization
Time Management
Process Improvement
Hiring and onboarding
Budgeting
Accreditation standards
Developing laboratory procedure and policy
Quality metrics and indicators
Scheduling

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:
Core Laboratory - St. Rita's

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, a ll applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email [email protected]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected].