Position Highlights:

• Position: Manager, Laboratory Point of Care
• Hourly 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 Time
• Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm
• Required 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 skills
• Project management skills, including the ability to track and manage inventory
• Excellent multitasking skills
• Ability 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 guidelines
• Reviews results, instrument printouts, quality control data, corrective actions and follows up accordingly
• Reviews lab variances, incidents and customer complaints and follows up
• Works 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 staff
• Develops, reviews and updates policies and technical procedures for all areas of the laboratory
• Maintains 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 enrollment
• Prepares and maintains labs in an inspection ready state
• Completes operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees
• Recruits, interviews and selects new candidates for role of Phlebotomist
• Counsels and disciplines employees as needed to achieve organizations mission
• Implements new tests, processes, methods and instrumentation
• Completes and presents performance evaluations to staff
• Responsible for inventory management of 4 departments, ensuring adequate supply levels

What you will need:

• Bachelors Degree Required
• 5+ 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 Development
• Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking at designated locations
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Community Involvement Opportunities