MUHA DI49 - Executive Director, Pathology & Laboratory Medicine ICCE

Company: MUSC
Location: Charleston
Posted on: September 24, 2022

Job Description:

Entity/Organization: MUHA (Medical University Hospital Authority/Medical Center)Hours per week: 40Scheduled Work Hours/Shift: 8:30am - 5:00pmFair Labor Standards Act Status: SalariedJob Summary/Purpose: The Director of Operations, Pathology & Laboratory Medicine ICCE, reports to the Administrator of the Pathology & Laboratory Medicine ICCE. Under limited supervision, the Director of Operations is responsible for providing the day to day leadership and management of a defined group of clinical and support disciplines which includes: Transfusion Service; HLA, Hematology; Cytogenetics; Chemistry; Laboratory Support Services; Microbiology; Diagnostic Immunology; Histology; Cytopathology; Autopsy Pathology; Client Services and Outreach; Ashley River Tower OR Laboratory; Cryopreservation; Moh's Lab in Dermatology; Molecular Pathology; Special Chemistry & Toxicology, Reference and Send Outs; Flow Cytometry/Special Hematology; Point of Care Testing; North Area Specialty Clinical Blood Drawing Station and Laboratory. This role directs the delivery of services ensuring a seamless integration with service line initiatives, performance improvement measures, strategic, business, and organizational goals/objectives. The Director of Operations plays a vital role in the accreditation process and works closely with the Administrator to assure department compliance with established standards of performance. This position will also be responsible for the development and implementation of processes, procedures, and programs to increase operational efficiency and effectiveness.Minimum Training and Education: A masters' degree in business or hospital administration or a closely related field, and five to seven (5-7) years' experience in hospital laboratory administration, of which at least three (3) years were in a management capacity required. Extensive knowledge of management and leadership principles, budgeting methods and services related to area of responsibility required. Demonstrates knowledge and enforcement activities for the MUSC Hospital Compliance Program. Demonstrates knowledge of ADA regulations and working knowledge of CAP and CLIA certification standards.Additional Preferred Requirements:---A Bachelor's degree in a related field---American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Certification inClinical Laboratory Science (CLS) or Medical Technology (MT)---AND a Master's degree---AND five - seven years leader experience, preferably in an Academic Medicine environmentAdditional Preferred Licensures, Registrations, Certifications---CLS or MT (ASCP)---Preferred Lean Green or Black BeltPhysical Requirements:Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift/lower objects 15 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift from 36 inches to overhead 15 lbs. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous) Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations. (Frequent) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) *(Selected Positions) *Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) *(Selected Position) *Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required.The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.Opening date: 15 Jul 2022Eastern Daylight TimeApplications close:

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