Position Highlights:

Position: Manager, Laboratory Point of CareHourly Pay Range: $37.85 - $72.52. The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate’s expertise and years of experience, among other factors.Location: Northwest Community Hospital (NCH) Immediate Care Out Patient Care Center-primary office located in the Buffalo Grove Out Patient Care Center Location. 15 S. McHenry Road Buffalo Grove, IL.Full Time/Part Time: Full TimeHours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pmRequired Travel: Yes. Must travel to all four NCH Immediate Care Centers (Buffalo Grove, Kildeer, Mt. Prospect, and Schaumburg) and main Northwest Community Hospital campus, now EndeavorHealth, once a week.

What you will need:

·    License: N/A

·    Education: Bachelors of Science in Medical Technology or Clinical Sciences. 4 year degree in chemical, biological, clinical, medical lab science or medical technology from an accredited institution, Must fulfill the role of a Technical Consultant for a moderate complexity lab. with at least 4 years laboratory training or experience in nonwaived testing in hematology and chemistry.

·    Certification:  ASCP or equivalent

·    Experience: At least 4 years laboratory training or experience in nonwaived testing in hematology and chemistry.

     Skills: Ability and drive to solve practical problems

Strong organizational skillsProject management skills, including the ability to track and manage inventoryExcellent multitasking skillsAbility to type 40 words/minute and well operate in Microsoft Office, Excel and Powerpoint 

What you will do:

Adheres to CLIA, Cap, TJC regulatory guidelines at all times in the laboratory

Performs and /or oversees daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, bi-annual and annual maintenance   of all applicable equipment according to manufacturer guidelinesReviews results, instrument printouts, quality control data, corrective actions and follows up accordinglyReviews lab variances, incidents and customer complaints and follows upWorks with Patient Relations department to investigate complaints

Oversees all phlebotomists and clinical staff (nurses and medical assistants) performing moderate and waived testing.

Responsible for training and competencies for staff, identifies areas of needed training or re-training of staffDevelops, reviews and updates policies and technical procedures for all areas of the laboratoryMaintains a quality control and quality assurance program that meets the requirements of the laboratory accreditation program.Responsible for participating in proficiency testing program and maintaining enrollmentPrepares and maintains labs in an inspection ready stateCompletes operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employeesRecruits, interviews and selects new candidates for role of PhlebotomistCounsels and disciplines employees as needed to achieve organizations missionImplements new tests, processes, methods and instrumentationCompletes and presents performance evaluations to staffResponsible for inventory management of 4 departments, ensuring adequate supply levels

What you will need:

Bachelors Degree Required5+ Years experience in a clinical laboratory or hospital setting required.1 Year supervisory or leadership experience preferred.

Benefits:

Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and DevelopmentVarious Medical, Dental, and Vision optionsTuition ReimbursementFree Parking at designated locationsWellness Program Savings PlanHealth Savings Account OptionsRetirement Options with Company MatchPaid Time OffCommunity Involvement Opportunities