Clinical Manager, Microbiology

Who We Are
Valley Health System is a not-for-profit network of hospitals, urgent cares, physician practices, and services. Expanding across Virginia, West Virginia, and Maryland, we are devoted to the health of all who call our 18-county area home.
A vital resource for healthcare, we are the region’s largest employer, a dependable community partner, and are at the leading edge of clinical innovations.
We are looking for passionate, innovative, and caring people who will each bring their unique skills and perspectives to our workplace.
What You Will Do:
The Microbiology Clinical Manager is responsible for the oversight of the Microbiology department including patient result reporting, quality control, quality assurance, and compliance with accreditation standards.
Responsibilities include:
Maintain technical and supervisory competency in Microbiology and ensures ongoing and documented competency of departmental and generalist staff members Responsible for Microbiology department personnel scheduling and coordinates with other Clinical Lab departments to ensure effective staffing coverage. Provide supervision for direct reports including performance evaluations, goal planning, and performance improvement. Perform, delegate, and/or oversee departmental training for new hires and ensures completion of training checklist. Participate in talent acquisition in conjunction with WMC Lab Leadership and Valley Health System (VHS) Human Resources. Serve as subject matter expert in Microbiology and contributes to strategic planning for intradepartmental and interdepartmental initiatives. Evaluate and implement new technologies in conjunction with intradepartmental and interdepartmental team members Perform, delegate, and oversee equipment maintenance; ensure maintenance is completed on schedule and with appropriate documentation. Resolve technical and department operational problems and ensures appropriate corrective action is performed and documented. Provide departmental support for LIS, Quality Assurance, and Education initiatives in conjunction with other team members. Maintain adequate inventory of supplies to ensure continuity of service. Collaborate with appropriate personnel regarding Microbiology testing performed on multiple platforms in other VHS departments. Review and revise procedure manuals according accreditation standards; creates new policies and procedures when indicated; communicates policy updates to appropriate staff.
What You Will Bring:
Education
Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or Chemical, Biological, or Physical Science required
Experience
5 years of Microbiology experience required; or, 2 years experience as Microbiology Supervisor required
Certification & Licensures
ASCP or equivalent board certification required
Qualifications
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
Ability to mentor/supervise staff required.
Demonstrate knowledge/competency in providing service to patients of all ages including neonate, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric required.
What You Will Get:
At Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally. In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include:
• A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
• Dental and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Retirement Savings Match
• A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
• Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program
Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development. In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more.
To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com.
Exclusions apply
We celebrate, support, and thrive on our differences for the benefit of our employees, our patients, and the communities we serve.
We are neighbors caring for neighbors, and our goal is always to help those we serve get well, feel well, and stay well.
EOE
Criminal Background Checks
VA State Police
3rd party Background Check
FLSA Classification
Exempt
Grade
313
Physical Demands
22 A Lab