Quest Diagnostics
Director, Hospital Lab (Anatomic Pathology)
Quest Diagnostics, Vancouver, Washington, United States, 98662
Director, Hospital Lab (Anatomic Pathology)
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Director, Hospital Lab (Anatomic Pathology)
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Quest Diagnostics .
This position provides leadership and directs the training, development and supervision of Anatomic Pathology laboratory personnel; plans and schedules the activities of the laboratory; assumes responsibility for the proper application of policies and procedures; and operates the laboratory on a cost‑effective basis. The incumbent is accountable for the accuracy and reliability of all services provided by the laboratories under his/her supervision.
This role supports the Anatomic Pathology department at PeaceHealth.
Location:
Vancouver, WA
Internal Grade:
51
Pay Range:
$125,000 – $160,000 per year. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive an annual performance bonus compensation.
Benefits Information
Medical/Prescription Drugs
Dental
Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Supplemental Health Plans
401(k) Plan – Company match dollar‑for‑dollar up to 5%
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Supplemental Life Insurance
Dependent Life Insurance
Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability buy‑up
Blueprint for Wellness
Emotional Well‑Being Resources
Educational Assistance
Paid time off / Health Time
Variable Compensation Plans
Sales Incentive Plans
Responsibilities
Ensures that all testing performed under his/her supervision is according to established, approved procedures and quality control policies.
Performs management tasks, in partnership with applicable centers of excellence, such as hiring, termination, or recommendations regarding personnel.
Plans work schedules and assigns work based on availability of personnel and workload, ensuring continuous operations and productivity.
Evaluates employee performance, recommends appropriate pay increases, handles grievances, and manages work group performance.
Coaches and counsels staff to support their professional development.
Anticipates departmental needs to establish short and long‑range goals, provides direction to employees, and measures compliance in collaboration with administration.
Prepares written monthly reports of all laboratory activities and submits them to the Director.
Establishes necessary budgetary controls and maintains costs within budgeting constraints.
Supports and complies with all PeaceHealth, Quest Diagnostics, and Hospital policies and procedures, ensuring employee compliance.
Makes recommendations for the purchase of capital equipment.
Participates in the hospital’s performance improvement process to continuously improve the quality of patient care.
Investigates and resolves problems; informs Director of all major problems.
Maintains and retains all documents needed for federal/state inspections; ensures successful inspections and initiates timely remedial action as appropriate.
Ensures the laboratory maintains certification in all testing areas and retains its license.
Executes Safety and Infectious Control Procedures to ensure safety of patient, staff, and visitors.
Promotes mutual respect and professionalism throughout the company and hospital.
Ensures that client inquiries and problems are handled professionally and expeditiously.
Other duties as assigned; this is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.
Qualifications Required Work Experience:
A proven performance record managing a hospital laboratory within an Anatomic Pathology department, with at least 5 years of management experience.
Preferred Work Experience:
Experience in a College of American Pathologists (CAP) accredited laboratory is preferred.
Physical And Mental Requirements Sitting, standing, walking, and able to operate a motor vehicle.
Knowledge
Detailed knowledge of laboratory operations.
Detailed knowledge of and ability to develop laboratory CQI, Quality Management programs.
Detailed knowledge of hospital financial operations as it relates to functioning of clinical laboratories.
Detailed understanding of laboratory and hospital information systems, implementation plans, and interfaces.
Skills
Demonstrated leadership and significant management skill in Laboratory Medicine.
Ability to work with hospital and laboratory personnel in meeting the standards for clinical testing with respect to cost, service, and quality.
Ability to lead subordinate staff in the performance of their duties.
Ability to work with the System Laboratory Medical Director.
Ability to work with and communicate effectively with physicians, hospital and company leadership, staff, and customers.
Education Bachelor’s degree required.
About The Team Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.
While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.
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Director, Hospital Lab (Anatomic Pathology)
role at
Quest Diagnostics .
This position provides leadership and directs the training, development and supervision of Anatomic Pathology laboratory personnel; plans and schedules the activities of the laboratory; assumes responsibility for the proper application of policies and procedures; and operates the laboratory on a cost‑effective basis. The incumbent is accountable for the accuracy and reliability of all services provided by the laboratories under his/her supervision.
This role supports the Anatomic Pathology department at PeaceHealth.
Location:
Vancouver, WA
Internal Grade:
51
Pay Range:
$125,000 – $160,000 per year. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive an annual performance bonus compensation.
Benefits Information
Medical/Prescription Drugs
Dental
Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Supplemental Health Plans
401(k) Plan – Company match dollar‑for‑dollar up to 5%
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Supplemental Life Insurance
Dependent Life Insurance
Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability buy‑up
Blueprint for Wellness
Emotional Well‑Being Resources
Educational Assistance
Paid time off / Health Time
Variable Compensation Plans
Sales Incentive Plans
Responsibilities
Ensures that all testing performed under his/her supervision is according to established, approved procedures and quality control policies.
Performs management tasks, in partnership with applicable centers of excellence, such as hiring, termination, or recommendations regarding personnel.
Plans work schedules and assigns work based on availability of personnel and workload, ensuring continuous operations and productivity.
Evaluates employee performance, recommends appropriate pay increases, handles grievances, and manages work group performance.
Coaches and counsels staff to support their professional development.
Anticipates departmental needs to establish short and long‑range goals, provides direction to employees, and measures compliance in collaboration with administration.
Prepares written monthly reports of all laboratory activities and submits them to the Director.
Establishes necessary budgetary controls and maintains costs within budgeting constraints.
Supports and complies with all PeaceHealth, Quest Diagnostics, and Hospital policies and procedures, ensuring employee compliance.
Makes recommendations for the purchase of capital equipment.
Participates in the hospital’s performance improvement process to continuously improve the quality of patient care.
Investigates and resolves problems; informs Director of all major problems.
Maintains and retains all documents needed for federal/state inspections; ensures successful inspections and initiates timely remedial action as appropriate.
Ensures the laboratory maintains certification in all testing areas and retains its license.
Executes Safety and Infectious Control Procedures to ensure safety of patient, staff, and visitors.
Promotes mutual respect and professionalism throughout the company and hospital.
Ensures that client inquiries and problems are handled professionally and expeditiously.
Other duties as assigned; this is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.
Qualifications Required Work Experience:
A proven performance record managing a hospital laboratory within an Anatomic Pathology department, with at least 5 years of management experience.
Preferred Work Experience:
Experience in a College of American Pathologists (CAP) accredited laboratory is preferred.
Physical And Mental Requirements Sitting, standing, walking, and able to operate a motor vehicle.
Knowledge
Detailed knowledge of laboratory operations.
Detailed knowledge of and ability to develop laboratory CQI, Quality Management programs.
Detailed knowledge of hospital financial operations as it relates to functioning of clinical laboratories.
Detailed understanding of laboratory and hospital information systems, implementation plans, and interfaces.
Skills
Demonstrated leadership and significant management skill in Laboratory Medicine.
Ability to work with hospital and laboratory personnel in meeting the standards for clinical testing with respect to cost, service, and quality.
Ability to lead subordinate staff in the performance of their duties.
Ability to work with the System Laboratory Medical Director.
Ability to work with and communicate effectively with physicians, hospital and company leadership, staff, and customers.
Education Bachelor’s degree required.
About The Team Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.
While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.
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