Laboratory Manager

• Graduate of a four-year degree in Medical Laboratory Science (MLS)

OR

• Meets Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) guidelines for the complexity of laboratory testing for alternative route

Certification/Licensure Requirements:

• Current American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or equivalent certification
• Maintains licensure per state requirement if working in North Dakota sites or Moorhead, MN site

OR

• Obtain MLS certification within 1 year of hire AND Maintains licensure per state requirement if working in North Dakota sites or Moorhead, MN site

Minimum of 5 years of previous experience in a hospital or clinic laboratory that includes two years of leadership experience.

• →Oversee the operations of clinic and/or hospital laboratories.
• →Manage laboratory employees, including:
  • →Hiring and onboarding
  • →Scheduling and staffing
  • →Conflict resolution
  • →Performance evaluations
  • →Employee development
• →Manage daily laboratory workflow and ensure operational efficiency.
• →Develop, implement, and maintain laboratory policies and procedures.
• →Conduct financial review and manage laboratory budgets and resources.
• →Lead continuous quality management and process improvement initiatives.
• →Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and accreditation standards.
• →Serve as the CLIA director and/or technical consultant for designated laboratories.
• →Interact directly with patients of all ages, as needed.
• →Develop and maintain client relationships with organizations outside Essentia Health.
• →Participate in assigned Laboratory Department teams to support the laboratory system’s strategic plan and objectives.
• →Collaborate with other departments and committees to maintain a high level of patient care.
• →Promote and support the mission and vision of Essentia Health.