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Pacific Diagnostic Laboratories, LLC is a non-profit clinical laboratory established in response to the local community’s need for a local, clinical laboratory. Due to our continued growth and expansion, we have several exciting management opportunities!

The Technical Laboratory Director will be responsible for 50+ employees under 3 Managers specializing in automated lab and special chemistry, microbiology and anatomic pathology. A minimum of 10 years experience in a fast-paced automated lab is required with acute care hospital experience preferred. An advanced degree in biological sciences is required as well as a successful track record in process improvement, financial management and improvements to customer service. This may also be a good fit for a Clinical Pathology board-certified pathologist. The Laboratory Technical Manager will be responsible for automation and special testing (BioChem, Heme, Coag, UA, Serology, Flow, Molecular) with approximately 20 FTEs. Successful candidates will have a valid CA CLS license and a minimum of five years leadership experience in a hospital or reference laboratory environment as well as in-depth knowledge of regulatory bodies (JC, CAP, CLIA, ISO, CA DHS).Pacific Diagnostic Laboratories, LLC (PDL) is a non-profit clinical laboratory established in response to the local communitys need for a local, clinical laboratory. PDL offers the highest quality of laboratory services as well as an unmatched level of customer service. In addition, PDLs Core Laboratory provides the largest test menu between Los Angeles and San Francisco. Pacific Diagnostic Laboratories is fully accredited and certified by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations. PDL recently became a wholly owned subsidiary of Cottage Health System www.cottagehealthsystem.org . PDL presents an exciting, fast-paced environment with growth and change as the foundation. The upcoming year will be project focused including relocation into a new, state-of-the-art automated laboratory and transition to an enterprise-wide LIS.

To work in concert with the Laboratory Director and Manager to provide services to meet patient needs as ordered by medical staff and performed inaccordance with accepted standards and practices in the areas of Surgical Pathology and Cytology.MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES1. Plans, organizes and provides services for assigned section of the Laboratory. - Schedules and supervises assigned staff. - Orients and trains staff. - Orders and control supplies and equipment. - Monitors maintenance and repair of equipment. - Coordinates and monitor quality control activities to ensure that standards and procedures are done and recorded. - Evaluates quality of work performed for accuracy and timely reporting of test results. 2. Aids technologists during short staff, with excessive workload and with complex procedures.3. Orients and trains staff and evaluates work performance, according to the guidelines established for the department, to determine employee competency. Completes annual employee performance evaluations and submits them to the Laboratory Manager on time.4. Participates in development and implementation of policies, procedures and standards. 5. Develops and maintains a Quality Assurance program in Pathology in accordance with departmental goals, objectives and current concerns.6. Submits operating and capital equipment expense budgets on time. 7. Strives to operate section within allocated budget and submits monthly variance reports on time. 8. Participates in interviews of applicants and make recommendations for hiring. 9. Develops and maintains effective communication with assigned staff, co-workers, physicians other hospital personnel outside organizations or others who provide or receive laboratory services.10. Conducts monthly sectional meetings and submits minutes to the Laboratory Manager.11. Maintains confidentiality of information deemed confidential. 12. Maintains professional growth and development through approved seminars workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise.13. Maintains a thorough knowledge of departmental policies and hospital procedures as they pertain to the job, including the fire and disasterplans.14. Maintains a thorough knowledge of the union contract.15. Perform other work related duties and activities as assigned or requested.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Directly supervisors 15 - 25 employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws. Develops and maintains quality assurance program for Anatomic Pathology. Maintains reports, records and specimens as required by regulatory agencies. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees, planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE Masters degree preferred (Pathologist Assistant) or equivalent Minimum of three to five years combined technical and supervisory experience.

Eastern Connecticut Health Network is a 450-bed not-for-profit health system that consists of two hospitals, a long-term care facility, two wellness centers and many other healthcare partners. We serve the eastern Connecticut community.

Under general direction of the Administrative Director, provides effective overall Management of Laboratory sections to include but not limited to employee relations, capital and technical management, quality management, and compliance with regulatory bodies for all sections. Takes charge of Laboratory Operations in the absence of the Administrative Director. Sets annual departmental goals that are aligned with Laboratory Business Plan and achieves through strong project management skills. Assists with development and management of departmental operating budgets. Interacts and supports Pathologists on an as needed basis. MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelors degree in Medical Technology or certification from the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP), plus a minimum of five (5) years laboratory experience. Masters degree strongly preferred. Ability to communicate effectively in English, in both verbal and written form, and proven project management experience with demonstrated record of success. Strong interpersonal and employee relations skills.Position requires a valid drivers license to travel between ECHN business sites.