Operations Manager, Pathology Aiea,

Overview

Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Position

Qualifications:

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This opportunity is:

Location:
Honolulu, Hawaii

Status:
Full-time

Days/

Hours:

TBD

Yearly Salary: 80k to 90k D.O.E.

Sign-On Bonus/Relocation Available

In this role, you will:

Under the supervision of the VP of Operations-CLH/PPP Pathology, in collaboration with pathologists and departmental managers, and in accordance with Company policies, procedures and guidelines:

• Assess future personnel and capital equipment needs; monitor and respond to variances against budget continuously.
• Ensure that procedure manuals of all standard operating procedures of all CLH/PPP Pathology divisions are maintained, updated, and modified as new methods are introduced.
• Coordinate administrative and personnel-related duties, including but not limited to scheduling, leave management, conflict resolution, training and development, and other tasks and duties as assigned by the VP of Operations-CLH/PPP Pathology.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements of CAP, CLIA, and the Joint Commission.
• Demonstrate a strong degree of independent judgment and decision-making skills, as well as creativity and resourcefulness.
• Complete projects in a timely manner and demonstrate the ability to select, train, motivate, and develop a pathology team.
• Will exhibit the ability to keep current with skills in laboratory technology and management.
• Assess and evaluate care/services provided, staffing levels, competency, and educational needs of all employees.
• Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication and develop and implement organizational and departmental policies, procedures, goals, and objectives.
• Maintain an environment of continuous performance improvement and adapt to organizational change and community needs.
• Work with the Purchasing Department to optimize vendor contracts and instrumentation.
• Act as a resource for the Billing Department to minimize rejections and ensure "clean" claims
• Act as a resource for the Pathology team members, including Pathologists, for:
  • Proper use of CPT and ICD-10 codes
  • Participation in Departmental QC and QI activities
  • CAP preparation and readiness
  • Review of reimbursement and coverage guidelines of clinical laboratory and pathology tests

• Maintain professional staff levels to determine appropriate staffing at each location, optimize group subspecialty, recruit and interview
• Research and respond to RFPs or other business opportunities applicable to pathology.
• Adhere to confidentiality, safety, compliance, and legal requirements.
• Maintain consistent and reliable attendance and comply with company guidelines on attendance.
• Assure CLH/PPP Employee Guidelines and Compliance Policies are implemented and followed
• Maintain strict HIPAA confidentiality in all situations and with all documentation
• Monitor financial reports to meet company financial goals
• Perform other duties as assigned.

All you need is:

• Bachelor s degree in Histotechnology, Cytotechnology, Medical Technology (or Clinical Laboratory Science), or other related science- field from an accredited program.
• Minimum five (5) years experience in a clinical laboratory setting and a minimum of three (3) years of supervisory or management experience.
• Familiar with the principles and instrumentation of Histology, Cytology, Gross Pathology, and Transcription.
• Familiar with CAP, CLIA, and Joint Commission requirements, as well as State and Federal laws, as they pertain to Pathology
• Current certification or registration as a Medical Technologist, Histotechnologist, Cytotechnologist or Pathologist Assistant preferred
• Valid and current State of Hawaii license as a Medical Technologist, Cytotechnologist or Histotechnologist preferred
• Knowledge of laboratory operations, multiple/varied clinical instrumentation and equipment, techniques, procedures, and principles.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and oral and written communication skills
• Excellent analytical thinking in troubleshooting problems and coming to resolutions in a timely manner, providing excellent follow-through and demonstrating thoroughness of thought.
• Excellent computer knowledge (Word and Excel) and skills in…