Lab Manager - PRP

Description

Join our amazing team at The Steadman Clinic, and be an integral part of a cutting-edge organization that is amongst the best in the world at what they do. This is an excellent opportunity in health care to explore amazing career opportunities with world-class organization in an amazing facility. Vail, Colorado is one of our nation's iconic mountain destinations, and highly desirable spot to live if you love the outdoors. This position is eligible for our excellent benefit packages and perks (including a wellness benefit you can use for your ski pass!), and strong work-life harmony.

The Laboratory Manager for ProofPoint Biologics (PPB) Laboratory is responsible for the daily operations of the plasma rich platelet laboratory, supervising operations, and quality control, and ensuring compliance with all applicable policies and regulations. The Lab Manager complies with the FDA guidelines and regulations set forth by the governing agencies, including CLIA.  

Classification: This is a full-time, year round, exempt position with benefits.

Location: Vail, Frisco and Basalt/Aspen (though based in Vail the role will travel to our other locations as needed by the business)

Tentative start date: Summer 2024 - Applications for this position will be accepted until 7 days from the posting date. If the position is not filled during this time, the application window will be extended. Candidates who are selected to move through the interviewing process will be contacted directly.

Job Details (this is a summary of responsibilities, not meant to be all inclusive):

• Maintain laboratory equipment performance by establishing quality standards; developing operations, quality, and troubleshooting procedures; ensuring staff compliance; certifying instrument performance; arranging equipment replacement, service, and repair.
• Operate, test, and calibrate analytical instruments, equipment, and related components, which may be extremely delicate and sensitive; adjusts and resolves new and unusual problems.
• Plan, direct, and implement improvements in systems, processes, and procedures to increase efficiency, productivity, and quality in the laboratory. 
• Review data for technical quality and compliance to protocols, methods and sign off on all SOPs. 
• Responsible to keep the Laboratory Director appraised of significant events in the PPB laboratory which impact operations and compliance.
• Lead regulatory audits.
• Ensure that corrective actions are taken for identified errors, and that corrective actions are evaluated for their effectiveness and ability to prevent a recurrence. 
• Managing of team including but not limited to hiring, firing, and ongoing performance management of personnel. 
• Manage lab staff and ensure that they receive the on-going appropriate training for the complexity of services offered by the laboratory. Document staff competencies.
• Train staff in compliance with and adhering to the laboratory procedure manual and all applicable state/federal/facility regulations.
• Requires travel to all TSC Colorado-based locations (based in Vail, this includes travel to Edwards, Frisco, Dillon, Basalt and Aspen) to provide procedural, compliance and management oversight of PRP services.
• Provide a safe environment that protects employees from physical, chemical and/or biological hazards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in science or health care related field required.
• Minimum of 3 – 5 years laboratory management and hematology experience required.
• Supervisory and management experience highly preferred. 
• Experience in leading a COLA/CLIA audit required.
• Effective data trending, document control and technical bench skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of procedures, policies and documentation required to ensure compliance with standards of care.
• Proven history of excellent organization, communication (both written and verbal), and interpersonal skills required.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment. 
• Excellent critical thinking skills, ability to work independently, and manage time effectively.
• Demonstrated problem solving and workflow management skills required.
• Must be energetic, quality driven and have proven ability to be productive member of a cohesive team of peers dedicated to providing optimum patient care.
• Maintain a professional attitude towards patients and an excellent and collegial working relationship with other Steadman Clinic and hospital personnel involved in delivering patient care.

Benefits

• Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Company 401k Contribution
• Paid Time Off
• Sick Time
• FAMLI Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability Insurance; AD&D; Hospital Indemnity
• Referral Program Incentive
• Parking Available
• Discretionary Bonus Program and Ski Pass Benefit
• And more!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal treatment of all employees without regard to race, national origin, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, physical or mental disability or other basis protected by law.

Salary : $70,000 - $80,000