Number of Job Openings Available:

1

Date Posted:

January 23, 2025

Department:

72006301 Central Lab Administration

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

40

Union Contract:

Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation:

Other

Job Summary:

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details:

Job Description:

Responsible for the overall laboratory operations of the Clinical and Anatomic Pathology laboratories within Allina Health. In partnership with HR, Finance, Customer Experience, Hospital and Clinic Administration, and other health system functions, these duties include all aspects of the operations including: People functions, Finance/Budgeting, Compliance, and Relationships with both Internal and External Customers.

Principle Responsibilities

Provides leadership, development, and coordination of system–wide laboratory operational strategiesDirects, monitors and oversees implementation of process improvements to meet or enhance quality and service goals of business unit(s) and hospital(s) and clinics.Takes accountability and resolves next level escalation on customer service issues.Serves on interdisciplinary committees to plan and implement system initiatives.Develops and implements operations budgets for assigned cost centers.Actively monitors lab system financial, volume, productivity and billing data, and collaboratively implements tactics to meet or exceed targets.Implements cost reduction opportunities when identified.Provides recommendations for the capital budget.Manages employees and holds them accountable for role responsibilities, competencies, individual performance and goalsSupports the recruitment, interviewing, hiring and onboarding process across system lab teams.Conducts ongoing coaching, assessment, training, education and development of leaders and care team members.Completes and conducts employee performance reviews.Responsible for engagement of employees and leading annual department-wide engagement plans.Ensures compliance with all federal regulations including the College of American Pathologists, Occupational Safety & Health Administration, Commission on Office Laboratory Accreditation, Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments, and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.Develops and maintains laboratory policies and procedures in collaboration with key laboratory stakeholders.Partners with system, hospital, ambulatory and other internal and external stakeholders on laboratory operations and strategies.Cultivates relationships with external vendor partners to ensure strong service and patient care.Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in medical technology or related field5+ years of progressive management accountability5+ years of progressive management accountability including leadership at a multi-site system level5+ years of supervisor or management experience

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree

Licenses/Certifications

Certified Medical Laboratory Scientist - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP BOC) preferred or AMT certification preferred upon hire

Physical Demands

Sedentary:Lifting weight Up to 10 lbs. occasionally, negligible weight frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $67.22 to $93.00 per hour

The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience and education. Additional incentives may be available, including discretionary monetary bonuses, goal-based bonuses, and other financial incentives.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members. 

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes up to $100 in well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.  

In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.  

Benefits include:

Medical/Dental

PTO/Time Away

Retirement Savings Plans

Life Insurance

Short-term/Long-term Disability

Paid Caregiver Leave

Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)

Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable

Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.