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Job Summary
Under the direction of the Executive Director of Ancillary Services, the Senior Director of Laboratory Medicine will be responsible for the oversight of all administrative non-medical laboratory and pathology functions to include, but not limited to human resources, patient affairs, graduate medical education, research operations, regulatory affairs, fiscal management and material management. Included in the responsibilities are planning, directing, coordinating and supervising the administrative and clinical pathology services.
As a senior staff management position the incumbent is responsible for developing the program and policies of the Department of Laboratory Medicine. The incumbent works with the Medical Director, Clinical Directors and directly with medical and dental staff and physicians. The Senior Director exercises a high degree of independent judgement; and receives little direction from Executive Management in non-clinical matters.
General Administrative Responsibilities
Collective Bargaining
- Review applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements and consult with Labor Relations to generate management proposals
- Participate in collective bargaining negotiations, caucus discussions and working meetings
Discipline
- Document, recommend and effectuate discipline at all levels
- Work closely with labor relations and/or labor counsel to effectuate and enforce applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements
- Initiate, authorize and complete disciplinary action pursuant to CCH system rules, policies, procedures and provision of applicable collective bargaining agreements
Supervision
- Direct and effectuate CCH management policies and practices
- Access and proficiently navigate CCH records system to obtain and review information necessary to execute provisions of applicable collective bargaining agreements
Management
- Contribute to the management of CCH staff and CCH’ systemic development and success
- Discuss and develop CCH system policies and procedures
- Consistently use independent judgment to identify operational staffing issues and needs and perform the following functions as necessary; hire, transfer, suspend, layoff, recall, promote, discharge, assign, direct or discipline employees pursuant to applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements
- Work with Labor Relations to discern past practice when necessary
Typical Duties
- Directs and supervises the performance of administrative, technical and clerical staff of the Department of Laboratory Medicine
- Provides daily leadership and direction to Department of Laboratory Medicine’s Diagnostic Immunology, Bacteriology, Virology, Mycobacteriology, Mycology and Parasitology sections
- Provide expert advice and counsel to Senior Leadership on matters of Cook County Health (CCH) laboratory and pathology services
- Consults with hospital and ambulatory leadership concerning the adequacy and quality of provided laboratory and pathology services
- Ensure that all CCH laboratory and pathology departments conform to the Joint Commission’s and other accrediting bodies standards, as well as ethical, professional and legal requirements
- Works cooperatively with other clinical and administrative departments as necessary to develop goals and objectives that align with overall hospital goals and objectives
- Participates in the allocation of operating and capital resources to ensure optimum service, research and education operations commensurate with CCH mission, vision, values and the strategic plan within the Department of Laboratory Medicine
- Develops strategic objectives for the Department of Laboratory Medicine within CCH
- Manages and collaborates coordination, integration and improvement of operational and academic activities for the benefit of patients, students, staff and faculty
- Develops annual goals and objectives for the Department
- Coordinates and develops a short term and long-term strategic plan for the department and ensures conformity to the mission, vision and values of the organizations
- Directs activities of the department in compliance with Federal, State and other regulatory/accreditation regulations and standards
- Formulates technical protocols for lab testing and ensures appropriate participation in accepted laboratory proficiency test programs
- Coordinates development of new tests and recommends changes in test menus to meet utilization requirements of clinicians
- Provides consultation to clinicians regarding the medical and pathology interpretation of laboratory test results
- Develops the annual operating and capital budgets for the department
- Provides information relating to Laboratory matters to appropriate public and private groups and individuals
- Attends meetings, training sessions and conferences relating to the department of laboratory medicine and hospital administration as required
Reporting Relationship
Reports to the Executive Director of Ancillary Services
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
- Active accreditation as a Medical Laboratory Scientist from the American Society for Clinical Pathology
- Four (4) years director level experience in a health system laboratory/pathology department
- Strong background in Laboratory Services administration
- Working knowledge in a high volume and high activity laboratory department
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
- Prior knowledge of regulations and provisions as they relate to laboratory technology
- Knowledge and experience with hospital accreditation and regulatory requirements
- Knowledge of applicable Federal and State laws and regulations related to the healthcare industry
- Ability to balance competing priorities and agendas
- Effective communication skills
- Strong analytic skills
- Effective interpersonal and negotiating skills
- Excellent conflict resolution skills
- Strong delegation skills and the ability to hold subordinates accountable
- Ability to use sound judgement and decision-making skills
- Credibility and high integrity
- Ability to build teams and to lead, mentor and develop management
- Ability to work with health system governing body, community organizations and the media
- Creative problem solver, who can manage conflict effectively and in an objective manner; is energized by challenges and change and can conceive of solutions that are within the financial constraints of the organization
Physical and Environmental Demands
This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.
For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, “Typical Duties” are essential job functions.
To receive Veteran Preference, appropriate discharge papers must be attached to the online application or must be included with your emailed resume/CV. Please refer to Veteran Preference document requirements listed on the bottom of this posting.
VETERAN PREFERENCE
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When applying for employment with Cook County Health, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service
To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:
- Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
- Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question, “Are you a Military Veteran?”
- Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable
OR
A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver’s License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.
If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference
VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER’S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.
MUST MEET ALL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING.
“Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States’ territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview”.
- Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.
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