Laboratory MLS Manager

Joining Texas Health Huguley is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. Texas Health Huguley is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

• Follows safety policies including the use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling, and completes required training for handling hazardous waste.
• May include transport of hazardous waste from the point of generation to a designated secure storage area; employee will be required to complete initial training (prior to handling hazardous waste) and refresher training to include proper handling and transport of hazardous waste, and proper selection, use and disposal of personal protective equipment.
• Provides orientation and training to new employees and medical technology students, documenting the process appropriately.
• Leads and participates in laboratory performance improvement activities, promoting team building, employee engagement, patient satisfaction, and safety.
• Manages budgeting, department metrics, goals, quality initiatives, strategic initiatives, inventory expenses, and labor productivity.
• Oversees staff scheduling, ensuring it aligns with workload and eliminating unnecessary overtime.
• Ensures compliance with accrediting body standards.
• Assesses competencies according to regulations and leads quality control and assurance testing.
• Represents the laboratory in leadership or technical roles at organizational multidisciplinary or leadership meetings.
• Manages quality assessment, technical oversight, problem-solving, scheduling, interviewing applicants, and staff performance evaluations.
• Supervises employees in hiring, coaching, or termination with limited supervision from leadership.
• Assists laboratory management with data collection and special projects as assigned.
• Reads, examines, and interprets complex test results, serving as a resource for addressing complex tests and procedures.
• Manages instrument maintenance and troubleshooting practices, performing pre-analytical and post-analytical activities related to laboratory testing.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Technical skills and aptitudes related to laboratory testing, procedures, and processes performed in the assigned department or work area [Required]
• Follows and ensures staff adherence to the Corporate Compliance Plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state, and federal agencies and accrediting bodies; protects confidentiality of patient information and results at all times [Required]
• Ability to work independently and adapt to varying priorities, including directing workflow with minimal supervision [Required]
• Ability to maintain equipment/records and perform quality assessment activities [Required]
• Ability to monitor staff productivity and provide coaching feedback to increase quality and productivity standards [Required]
• Ability to educate and train new staff in medical laboratory settings [Required]
• Able to effectively communicate in verbal and written English with patients, staff, partners, and customers of varied backgrounds in a respectful, effective, and professional manner [Required]
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office. [Required]
• Ability to operate computer systems to maintain patient documentation, testing records, and other related documents [Required]
• Knowledge of applicable regulatory and accreditation standards, rules, and guidelines, such as DNV, CLIA, OSHA, AABB, CAP, and related agencies, as well as the Compliance Plan [Required]
• A high degree of theoretical and practical knowledge and expertise in analytical testing in licensed specialties [Required]
• Ability to apply accurately learned computer-related applications and programs, including using electronic keyboards and other peripheral devices [Required]
• Mature, independent professional judgment and leadership of the team and the ability to handle confidential information within guidelines and applicable regulations [Required]
• Ability to build and maintain effective, productive, and cohesive teams and appropriate peer relationships to facilitate organizational objectives [Required]
• Ability to read text and numbers in English, and comprehend, measure, reason, match, problem-solve [Required]
• Ability to make appropriate decisions in stressful situations and handle multiple priorities and projects [Required]

• Bachelor's [Required]

• in a chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution; OR if the field of study does not match, candidate must meet the CLIA equivalency listed in additional information

• 1+ year of leadership experience [Required]
• 5+ years of clinical laboratory experience [Required]

• MLS (ASCP) or MLS (AMT) or MT (AAB) [Required}
• Basic Life Support (BLS) [Preferred]

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.