JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: LAB MANAGER IHA CODE:

REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR OF ANCILLARY SERVICES
PROVIDES OVERSIGHT/ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT TO: SEE CURRENT ORGANIZATIONAL CHART
REVISED DATE: 2/14; 5/18

PRIMARY FUNCTION:
Manages, monitors, and maintains effective department operations in the Laboratory to ensure effective and efficient
performance and high-quality service in accordance with the philosophy, goals and objectives of Clarinda Regional
Health Center. Responsible for ADVANCING EXCEPTIONAL CARE through the implementation of policies,
protocols and practice guidelines; participating in rigorous performance improvement monitoring and staff education.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and/or Experience
 Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology preferred
 Management experience preferred
 Must be willing to take occasional call or fill in for staff as needed.
 2-years’ experience in a hospital or healthcare setting preferred.
 Understanding of hospital operating policies and procedures.
Certificates, Licensure, Registrations
 Current laboratory ASCP or AAB certification or its equivalent
 Basic Life Support (BLS)

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The
requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required:
 Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide
 Ability to generate, read, interpret, and take action as it relates to basic financial statements, national and state
regulations, safety rulings, operational and maintenance and organizational policies / procedures
 Ability to write reports and correspondence
 Ability to effectively present information to patients, families, employees, health care providers, etc.
 Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively to maintain good working relationships with staff
and health care providers
 Ability to work with skill in identifying problems; making frequent decisions regarding method of
performance

EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, MATERIALS:

 Computer and printer
 General office materials/equipment/supplies
 Information systems
 Telephone system
 All Lab Equipment

MISSION: We provide exceptional health care that makes us essential to the health, wellness and quality of life in our region
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SECURITY/ACCESS:
 Will have access to the facility 24 hours a day.
 Will have access to confidential information abiding by the organizations privacy policies and regulations
concerning this information.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

1. Manages all aspects of the Laboratory department operations effectively and efficiently.
 Oversees day-to-day operations, which includes problem solving issues and insuring effective processing.
 Organizes and directs quality assurance functions in close co-operation with the customers and with
CRHC’s management team.
 Develops and documents department procedures to insure consistent and accurate processing.
 Works with other departments in providing services and resources.
 Monitors workflow and departmental processes.
 Develops and maintains department policies.
 Sets and achieves department goals and objectives.

2. Recruits and develops a qualified and productive workforce in the Laboratory department. Assists in creation of
department job descriptions to represent positions accurately and clearly.
 Recruits, interviews and selects qualified candidates following established hiring practices and guidelines.
 Orients new employees in a thorough manner to department and organizational operations, policies and
procedures.
 Provides training to department staff in an appropriate and thorough manner.
 Offers opportunity for continuing education by sharing own knowledge, accessing internal opportunities,
and considering external opportunities to support the continued development of department staff.
 Monitors and verifies the compliance of staff regarding maintaining required licenses and certifications, as
applicable.
 Uses labor resources, such as overtime, agency assistance, etc. effectively.

3. Manages departmental financial operations for the Laboratory department.

 Maintains, develops, monitors and reports budgets, expenses, variances and strategic planning for
department.
 Maintains timekeeping records and updates appropriately and accurately for department staff.
 Works with vendors and management, as appropriate, to negotiate best value purchases.
 Participates in annual budgeting planning process.

4. Performs employee relations functions effectively to promote a positive work environment, influence retention
and enhance communication.
 Develops, supports and actively seeks activities and establishes an environment that promotes recognition
and retention for employees.
 Communicates effectively and provides feedback to staff which may include department meetings,
individual employee meetings, rounding, etc.

MISSION: We provide exceptional health care that makes us essential to the health, wellness and quality of life in our region
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Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

 Interprets and applies department and organizational policies with consistency and fairness in managing a
qualified, efficient and productive workforce.
 Addresses employee issues in an effective and timely manner.
 Communicates with department leadership and HR regarding employee issues appropriately in an effort to
obtain guidance and reduce potential organizational liability.
 Enforces and interprets policies and procedures with employees, as necessary.
 Administers annual performance appraisal process for staff.

5. Performs accurate testing and maintains Laboratory equipment

 Handles infectious material to protect all laboratory personnel, collects blood and other specimens under
aseptic conditions.
 Performs waived, moderate and high complexity testing
 Enter results into hospital information system to generate reports for patient’s chart.
 Ensures that all laboratory instrumentation receives regular maintenance
 Maintains working knowledge of all phases of laboratory work; technical and otherwise, as done in the
hospital, and apply that knowledge in daily work according to CLIA guidelines.

6. Participates in CRHC’S LEAN program, committees, performance and quality improvement initiatives, and
activities which support the facility and department operations.
 Demonstrates a commitment to the practices of Quality Improvement (QI).
 Regularly attends Department huddles.
 Completes tasks as outlined on Department Huddle Board.
 Takes information gathered and formulates it into a Metric as appropriate.
7. Performs other duties as assigned.

MISSION: We provide exceptional health care that makes us essential to the health, wellness and quality of life in our region
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ESSENTIAL WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the
essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
Physical Activity Not Applicable Occasionally Frequent Continuous
(0-35% of day) (36-66% of day) (67-100% of day)
Sitting X
Standing X
Walking X
Climbing X
Driving X
Lifting (floor to waist level) 10 lbs.
Lifting (waist level and above) 10 lbs.
Lifting (shoulder level and above) 10 lbs.
Carrying objects X
Push/pull
Twisting X
Bending X
Reaching forward X
Reaching overhead X
Squat/kneel/crawl X
Wrist position deviation X
Pinching/fine motor activities X
Keyboard use/repetitive motion X
Taste X
Talk X
Smell X
Sensory Requirements Not Applicable Accurate 20/40 Very Accurate
20/20
Near Vision X
Far Vision X
Not Applicable Yes No
Color Discrimination X
Not Applicable Accurate Minimal Moderate
Depth Perception X
Hearing X

Environment Requirements Not Anticipated Reasonably

Occupational Exposure Risk Potential Anticipated
Bloodborne Pathogens X
Chemical X
Airborne Communicable Disease X
Extreme Temperatures X
Radiation X
Uneven Surfaces or Elevations X
Extreme Noise Levels X
Dust/Particulate Matter X
Other (List)

Shift Requirements 8 hrs/day 10 hrs/day 12 hrs/day Other (varied)

Usual workday hours X
Not Applicable Yes No
Regular, punctual attendance for assigned shifts X
Available to work overtime X

MISSION: We provide exceptional health care that makes us essential to the health, wellness and quality of life in our region
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Clarinda Regional Health Center

APPLICANT ESSENTIAL FUNCTION FORM

Name (please print):_____________________________________________________________

Position Applied For: ________________________________ Date: ___________________

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, we are requesting that you read the job
description for which you are applying and answer the following question. If you would like
assistance with this process, please ask Human Resources.

Can you perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable
accommodations?

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