Keck Medicine of USC
Laboratory Services Manager - Clinical Laboratory - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Exemp
Keck Medicine of USC, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Overview
Laboratory Services Manager - Clinical Laboratory - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Exempt) (Non-Union) Essential Duties
Prepares annual Laboratory Compliance Plan and Key Program Objectives. Coordinates operational aspects (agendas, meeting dates, and minutes) of the Laboratory Compliance Committee (LCC). Manages laboratory compliance variance reporting process and ensures that identified issues are tracked and resolved in a timely manner. Administers and manages activities in the laboratory that support the University’s Compliance Program. Monitoring and evaluation of regulatory requirements and changes affecting USC Clinical Laboratory operations. Assesses impact to processes requiring revisions or additions to applicable policies and procedures. Works with Patient Business Services to ensure that a comprehensive and effective plan is in place to monitor and audit laboratory claims. Compliance training, education, and awareness activities to include HIPAA Privacy and Security requirements. Assures that laboratory employees are properly trained in general compliance and where appropriate, in areas specific to their laboratory responsibilities. Coordinates all Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities; communicates information and findings to appropriate staff and committees. Responsible for development and maintenance of appropriate QA programs for testing. Conducts in-service programs as needed and ensures collection of appropriate QA data by consulting with LIS and downloading applicable data from Cerner LIS. Acts as QA officer for Blood Bank Quality Unit as defined by AABB; writes and reviews the annual Blood Bank Quality Plan. Responsible for writing and reviewing all policies and procedures related to QA&I, such as the Annual Lab Quality Plan. Maintain current knowledge of CLIA, State of California, JCAHO, CAP, FDA, and Bureau of Biologics regulation and requirements; ensures regulatory compliance of the SCML/Department of Pathology and all testing sites; communicates with regulatory and accreditation agencies as necessary. Coordination of the laboratory’s preparedness for inspections/surveys by CAP, JCAHO, AABB, FDA, and follow-up inspection response activities. Prepares applications or other correspondence with regulatory agencies and ensures timely completion and mailing. Maintains complete, organized files of regulatory documents relating to laboratory licensure/accreditations/certifications for all testing sites. Coordinates annual purchase of proficiency testing surveys for all sections of the laboratory, pathology and POCT at USC and other clinic testing sites; serves as key contact with PT providers. Researches regulatory issues upon request and serves as a regulatory resource for lab management. Coordinates and maintains Laboratory General Administration Policy Manual as directed by the Administrative Director and Medical Director. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in the U.S. (for a degree obtained outside the U.S., a certificate of equivalency with U.S. degree programs). Specialized/technical training: 12 CEU continuing education per year, required and approved by the State of California for continued CLS licensure. 2 years of clinical laboratory experience as a supervisor, manager or higher. Comprehensive understanding of State and Federal laws pertaining to clinical laboratory testing and operations, and accreditation standards (JCAHO, CAP, AABB). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent communication and interpersonal aptitude. Participation in accreditation inspections (JCAHO, CAP, etc.). Understanding of quality assurance requirements of JCAHO, CAP, AABB, FDA, CLIA, and State of California. Understanding of clinical laboratory quality control and CQI philosophy. Familiarity with State and federal laws and regulations governing laboratory practice, including physicians’ office testing, hospital bedside testing, scope of practice, Quality Control, Quality Assurance. Understanding of OIG compliance guidance for laboratories. Proficiency with desktop computer tools, including Internet, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. Ability to write and implement policies and procedures. Preferred Qualifications
Clinical Laboratory Specialist in Chemistry (ASCP) or ASCP certification in Chemistry or Microbiology as an MT. Required Licenses/Certifications
Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) Fire Life Safety Training (Los Angeles City); if no card at hire, it must be obtained within 30 days and renewed before expiration date (Required within LA City only). The annual base salary range for this position is $145,600.00 - $240,240.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, and applicable laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, and market considerations. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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Laboratory Services Manager - Clinical Laboratory - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Exempt) (Non-Union) Essential Duties
Prepares annual Laboratory Compliance Plan and Key Program Objectives. Coordinates operational aspects (agendas, meeting dates, and minutes) of the Laboratory Compliance Committee (LCC). Manages laboratory compliance variance reporting process and ensures that identified issues are tracked and resolved in a timely manner. Administers and manages activities in the laboratory that support the University’s Compliance Program. Monitoring and evaluation of regulatory requirements and changes affecting USC Clinical Laboratory operations. Assesses impact to processes requiring revisions or additions to applicable policies and procedures. Works with Patient Business Services to ensure that a comprehensive and effective plan is in place to monitor and audit laboratory claims. Compliance training, education, and awareness activities to include HIPAA Privacy and Security requirements. Assures that laboratory employees are properly trained in general compliance and where appropriate, in areas specific to their laboratory responsibilities. Coordinates all Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities; communicates information and findings to appropriate staff and committees. Responsible for development and maintenance of appropriate QA programs for testing. Conducts in-service programs as needed and ensures collection of appropriate QA data by consulting with LIS and downloading applicable data from Cerner LIS. Acts as QA officer for Blood Bank Quality Unit as defined by AABB; writes and reviews the annual Blood Bank Quality Plan. Responsible for writing and reviewing all policies and procedures related to QA&I, such as the Annual Lab Quality Plan. Maintain current knowledge of CLIA, State of California, JCAHO, CAP, FDA, and Bureau of Biologics regulation and requirements; ensures regulatory compliance of the SCML/Department of Pathology and all testing sites; communicates with regulatory and accreditation agencies as necessary. Coordination of the laboratory’s preparedness for inspections/surveys by CAP, JCAHO, AABB, FDA, and follow-up inspection response activities. Prepares applications or other correspondence with regulatory agencies and ensures timely completion and mailing. Maintains complete, organized files of regulatory documents relating to laboratory licensure/accreditations/certifications for all testing sites. Coordinates annual purchase of proficiency testing surveys for all sections of the laboratory, pathology and POCT at USC and other clinic testing sites; serves as key contact with PT providers. Researches regulatory issues upon request and serves as a regulatory resource for lab management. Coordinates and maintains Laboratory General Administration Policy Manual as directed by the Administrative Director and Medical Director. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in the U.S. (for a degree obtained outside the U.S., a certificate of equivalency with U.S. degree programs). Specialized/technical training: 12 CEU continuing education per year, required and approved by the State of California for continued CLS licensure. 2 years of clinical laboratory experience as a supervisor, manager or higher. Comprehensive understanding of State and Federal laws pertaining to clinical laboratory testing and operations, and accreditation standards (JCAHO, CAP, AABB). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent communication and interpersonal aptitude. Participation in accreditation inspections (JCAHO, CAP, etc.). Understanding of quality assurance requirements of JCAHO, CAP, AABB, FDA, CLIA, and State of California. Understanding of clinical laboratory quality control and CQI philosophy. Familiarity with State and federal laws and regulations governing laboratory practice, including physicians’ office testing, hospital bedside testing, scope of practice, Quality Control, Quality Assurance. Understanding of OIG compliance guidance for laboratories. Proficiency with desktop computer tools, including Internet, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. Ability to write and implement policies and procedures. Preferred Qualifications
Clinical Laboratory Specialist in Chemistry (ASCP) or ASCP certification in Chemistry or Microbiology as an MT. Required Licenses/Certifications
Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) Fire Life Safety Training (Los Angeles City); if no card at hire, it must be obtained within 30 days and renewed before expiration date (Required within LA City only). The annual base salary range for this position is $145,600.00 - $240,240.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, and applicable laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, and market considerations. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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