Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center is one of New York City's premier acute care hospitals. Located in Downtown Bronx, Lincoln is a teaching hospital renowned for its Centers of Excellence, and a recognized industry leader in the implementation of state-of-the art medical technology and best practices. Our team of highly trained and caring medical professionals is dedicated to providing the highest quality health care that is safe, compassionate, culturally competent and patient-centered. Comprehensive services are offered in three major primary care areas: Medicine, Pediatrics, and Women's Health in addition to more than eighty (80) specialty services. At Lincoln, the safety and comfort of our patients is our number one priority.

At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.

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Job Description

Purpose of Position:

Under the direct supervision of the Administrator of Laboratory Services, provides on-site operational oversight of laboratories by exercising oversight of primary scientific and technical responsibility across laboratory services ensuring the delivery of patient-centered, cost-effective, quality care, and a culture of safety across the continuum of care. Assumes the responsibilities of Administrator of Laboratory Services in their absence.

Typical Tasks:
1. Provides oversight for departmental activities and manages and directly supervises all technical and service activities of the laboratory.
2. Collaborates with the Administrator of Laboratory Services to advance the Laboratory's programs and initiatives and set the department's objectives and operational and financial performance goals.
3. Interacts with regulatory bodies and ensures compliance with inspection outcomes.
4. Develops uniform internal policies, procedures, and standardized testing methodologies by evaluating workflow, new instrumentation, and staffing to make recommendations and changes regarding processes.
5. Directs and coordinates the interface between new and existing hospital information systems and laboratory instrumentation.
6. Establishes staffing allocations, assignments, and work schedules within laboratory disciplines (e.g., Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Accessioning, Phlebotomy, Blood Bank, and Serology).
7. Collaborates with the Quality Manager of Laboratory Services and/or Administrator of Laboratory Services regarding ongoing quality, compliance, and performance improvement initiatives to ensure delivery of quality, patient-centered care and results.

Minimum Qualifications
1. In addition to being licensed as a clinical laboratory technologist by the NYSED, candidates must also meet one of the qualification requirements of a laboratory supervisor, as outlined in Title 10, Section 58-1.4 of the New York Public Health Law; and
2. Two (2) years of experience overseeing laboratory operations, creating and establishing laboratory programs, and reviewing and interpreting safety data, in a hospital or health care setting; and
3. Successful completion of NYC Health + Hospitals' Supervisor Development Program within three (3) months of appointment or promotion.

If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply Now" button or forward your resume, noting the above Job ID #, to:

Lincoln Medical & Mental Health Center
Human Resources Department
234 Eugenio Maria De Hostos Blvd, (East 149th Street),
2nd Floor, Annex
Bronx, NY 10451
Attn: Recruitment Unit

NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
• Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
• Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
• College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
• Multiple employee discounts programs

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF): The federal government provides student loan forgiveness through its Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) to all qualifying public service employees. Please visit the PSLF website for eligibility information: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service.