Assistant Manager Laboratory Services - Athens, United States - University of Georgia

Description

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number
S12121P

Working Title
Assistant Manager Laboratory Services

Department
UHC-Laboratory Services

About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department

College/Unit/Department website

Posting Type
External

Retirement Plan
TRS or ORP

Employment Type
Employee

Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time
Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information
M-F 8-5

Advertised Salary
$73,375

Posting Date
05/21/2024

Open until filled
Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date
07/01/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy
Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement
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Position Information

Classification Title
Laboratory Professional AD

FLSA
Exempt

FTE
1.00

Minimum Qualifications
Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

UGA Minimum:
* B.S. in Clinical Laboratory Science or related field and has satisfied the academic requirements of the State of Georgia Laboratory Licensure Law, chapter required.
* Five (5) years of applicable clinical laboratory experience as an MT/MLS or equivalent required.
UHC Preferred:
* Clinical laboratory supervisory experience preferred.
* Computer skills to include: Windows, Microsoft office, electronic medical record (EMR) and laboratory information systems (LIS), interfaced equipment, faxing and reference laboratory reporting
* Some experience with insurance relationship to laboratory testing
* Experience with Joint Commission Laboratory Accreditation Standards, CLIA Regulations and Federal and State laboratory regulatory and safety standards

Position Summary
The Assistant Laboratory Manager is responsible for the technical supervision of the day-to-day laboratory operations of support staff. The Assistant Laboratory Manager provides daily resource management both human and physical (supply inventory), documents technical competency of staff, monitors and revises Laboratory Policy and Procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements/technical updates, monitors, maintains and troubleshoots laboratory interfaces and information systems and assists with data mining and report formatting. The Assistant Laboratory Manager assumes management of the laboratory in the absence of the Laboratory Manager.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Clinical Laboratory skills appropriate to perform waived, moderate and high complexity testing
• Understanding of age specific and cultural needs of UHC student patients and providers
• Competent in laboratory information systems, inventory and human resource management
• Skilled in critical thinking, prioritizing, organization, communication across levels of understanding and privacy/confidentiality.

Physical Demands

• Able to see objects closely, as in reading and microscopy.
• Able to master tasks involving use of fine motor skills.
• Able to discriminate color.
• Able to hear sounds, as in timers, alarms, telephone over the background of a clinical laboratory environment. Able to give and receive verbal commands.
• Able to push, pull or lift objects with minimum effort continuously, moderate effort frequently, and maximum effort occasionally.
• Able to sit, stand, or remain on feet for 50 minutes consecutively, 8 hours per shift.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?
No

Is this a Position of Trust?
Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?
No

Does this position require a P-Card?
No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?
No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?
Yes

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)
Yes

Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Technical Oversight/Competency
* Oversees and participates with laboratory staff in day-to-day performance of all standard clinical laboratory tests and procedures.
* Collaborates with other technologists when unusual clinical specimens or test results present.
* Verifies abnormal results as specified by test procedures when necessary.
* Identifies and investigates possible causes of abnormal or unusual test results.
* Documents technical competency of all staff.
* Assists clinicians in the appropriate selection of laboratory tests, specimen collection procedures, and interpretation of results.
* Responds to administrative requests and makes administrative decisions in the absence of the Laboratory Manager.

Percentage of time
40

Duties/Responsibilities

Laboratory Interfaces & Information Systems
* Ensures connectivity to all integrated systems and that work logs and reports are accurate and timely.
* Performs daily, weekly, monthly and ad hoc LIS/EHR monitoring tasks/reports.
* Sets up new tests in LIS and EHR as needed.
* Troubleshoots information and interface system problems with UHC IT staff and/or LIS vendor and corrects problems.
* Maintains confidentiality, security, and integrity of data and information.

Percentage of time
25

Duties/Responsibilities

Staff Supervision
* Directly supervises 2 staff members.
* Actively engages in development, engagement and retention of each staff member.
* Arranges daily schedule and leave requests for laboratory staff to ensure adequate coverage.
* Participates in interviewing and hiring of qualified staff; oversees orientation, training and competency testing of personnel; conducts performance evaluations, determines merit raises for Phlebotomist/Lab Clerk positions.
* Oversees lab orientation of medical students, Residents and new UHC clinical staff.
* Advises Laboratory Manager regarding Medical Technologists performance evaluations and competency issues.

Percentage of time
15

Duties/Responsibilities

Material Resource Management
* Establishes inventory control of lab supplies and materials to minimize out-of-date supplies.
* Prepares order lists for Laboratory Manager.
* Monitors back-orders from vendors finding alternate vendors when necessary, overseeing receipt and shelving of supplies.
* Keeps purchasing records.

Percentage of time
10

Duties/Responsibilities

Policy & Procedure+
* Consults with Laboratory Manager regarding compliance with regulatory and accreditation agencies: Joint Commission, Georgia Department of Human Resources, CLIA, HIPAA, then reviews and modifies the Laboratory Policy and Procedure Manuals.
* Edits and writes technical procedures.

Percentage of time
10