MANAGER LABORATORY OPERATIONS – LM LABS

Job Details

What you’ll do

• Working with the operations director and site medical director implements plans, goals, and objectives in accordance with the strategic plans of the organization to ensure the delivery of a comprehensive range of laboratory and diagnostic services.
• Responsible for the resolution of operational problems and for the development of plans for normal and contingency operations of the laboratories such as strike contingency planning and other requirements.
• Direct the business operations of assigned Laboratories which includes but is not limited to the administrative and technical operations of the laboratory; financial management and control of the operating budget; maintenance of safety, quality, and accreditation standards.
• Work with medical staff for service reviews and setting of service objectives by initiating data collection and analysis for service planning and improvement.
• Oversee follow-up as agreed on.
• Partner with senior technical and medical staff and other stakeholders to review equipment, methodology, and new scientific development and facilitate the introduction of new diagnostic laboratory technologies as appropriate and in accordance with the strategic plan.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with other departments, groups, and team members through continual liaison and builds successful collaboration to ensure integration of services and to support the delivery of high-quality health care; facilitate interdisciplinary cooperation, participate on committees, and provide regular relevant communication on pertinent matters.
• Provide leadership in establishing priorities for allocation of available resources including identifying resources for Laboratory Divisions/Programs and services such as planning for space, equipment, and staff.

 What you bring

• A level is of education, training, and experience equivalent to a Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Technology.
• Certification with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science as an Advanced Registered Technologist (ART) or postgraduate education in Business and/or Hospital Administration.
• A minimum of ten (10) years of recent related experience as a Medical Technologist with five (5) years in a leadership capacity or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

You also have:

• In-depth knowledge of regulatory policies, legislation, and processes relevant to laboratory licensing in BC.
• Solid understanding of the Diagnostic Accreditation Program and other provincial or federal legislation on laboratory information systems and laboratory technology and equipment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a leadership team.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to deal effectively with all levels of staff.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise and lead staff.
• Strong computer skills, including financial applications, spreadsheet programs, and word processing software required.
• Familiarity with regulatory bodies and policies/procedures relevant to laboratory diagnostic services in Canada.