Laboratory Director

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Job description

Introduction

Do you have the career opportunities as a Laboratory Director you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Tulane Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

We are committed to providing our employees with the support they need. At Tulane Medical Center, we offer eligible colleagues an attractive benefit package that includes medical, wellbeing, dental and vision benefits along with some unique benefits including:

* Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Flexible Spending
* Paid Time Off (PTO) and Personal Leave
* 401K (100% annual match - 3% to 9% of pay based on years of service)
* Academic Assistance and Reimbursements for Tuition and Student Loans
* Employee Discounts including Tickets, Retail, Mental Health Apps, Education Apps, Identity Theft Protection etc.
* Home, Auto, and Pet Insurance
* Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
* Short Term & Long Term Disability coverage
* Adoption Assistance
* Legal Benefits and lots more!

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Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a Laboratory Director where your passion for creating positive patient interactions are valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Director of Laboratory Services directs and coordinates the operational and financial management of a full service clinical and anatomic pathology laboratory. This position is responsible for planning and directing all laboratory activities in accordance with the facility's mission and objectives and in accordance with CAP and JCAHO accreditation standards. The Director serves as a liaison between the hospital and pathologists and is a champion of cooperative laboratory services for all hospital departments and clinician services. Oversees and directs departmental activities to ensure quality services for both internal and external customers. Services as a resource to, and collaborates with others to advance the hospital mission. Have 7-day-a-week, 24-hours-a-day "bottom line" responsibility for a significant component of the hospital's operations. Accountable for financial operations and implementation of hospital and service line goals within their area of responsibility. Participate in strategic planning for the hospital and/or service line of which they are a part. Is accountable for quality/patient safety.

Primary Job Duties:

* Performs all fiscal responsibilities according to hospital policies and procedures.
* Oversees or directly supervises department staff, including hiring, firing, orientation, training and evaluation within established guidelines.
* Maintains a department staffing plan that meets organizational needs.
* Assesses, develops, implements and evaluates department goals that coincide with the hospital goals on a yearly basis.
* Communicates the department's needs, requirements, available services and information to internal and external customers.
* Develops, review and revises departmental policies and procedures and assures the department's compliance with all state and federal regulations.
* Participates as requested on teams, committees and special projects both internal and external to the organization.
* Demonstrates personal and professional growth and expertise by remaining current with state and federal associations and with professional trends, and by participating in community activities.
* Coordinates the departmental performance improvement process including the preparation, analysis and submission of required reports.
* Complies with all standards for safety, risk management, and infection control as required by enforcement agencies.
* Establishes all standards, provides training and enforces compliance of departmental hospital customer services program.
* Oversees the day to day operations of respective department, to provide consistent quality services to internal and external customers.
* Reacts effectively to unplanned circumstances, demands and challenges facing the department.

What qualifications you will need:

* Bachelor's Degree is required; Master's Degree is preferred.
* Louisiana State License and ASCP or NCA certification required.
* 3-5 years progressive supervisor or management experience in laboratory services

Tulane Medical Center is an award-winning hospital and ER in New Orleans and offers advanced medical care in the Jefferson and Orleans parishes. The emergency room is within walking distance from the French Quarter, with fast average ER wait times.

The New Orleans hospital provides expert medical care for children and adults. Our doctors specialize in the routine care of infants, children, adolescents and adults. providing a wide range of pediatric and family care services.

HCA Healthcare has been named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute for over a decade. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Laboratory Director opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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