Additional Information About the Role
Assistant Director, Laboratory Services at Barnes Jewish Hospital (St. Louis, MO)
Overview
Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital's staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
Preferred Qualifications
Role Purpose Assistant Director has an emphasis on BJC System initiatives and interacts with other BJC lab leaders. Provides support to the Laboratory Executive Director and Regional Director and is responsible for the operational, financial and human resource management of all cost centers associated with their assigned areas. Responsibility involves clinical and business development of their lab area(s). This position collaborates with the other assistant directors to ensure clinical best practices are implemented and maintained. The Asst Director is responsible for development of leadership and staff. Responsibilities Manages individual(s) including but not limited to: onboarding and hiring, training, workload management & performance evaluations, conducting professional development plans as needed. Ensures that the productivity and actions of that group meet/support the overall operational goals of the department as established by department leadership.Evaluates, develops and maintains standards of practice for assigned departments.Ensures compliance with system and hospital policies, and all regulatory requirements.Has input into developing budgets (FTE, revenue and expense) and responds to changes in the business which may affect the ability to achieve the budget goals.Actively integrates performance improvement initiatives to improve clinical quality and safety. Develops working relationships with medical directors to achieve quality initiatives.Integrates services for BJC labs by working collaboratively with lab leadership and peers within BJC. Support BJC system initiatives for lab standardization and consolidation.BJC has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.Minimum Requirements Education Bachelor's Degree - Physical/Life Science/relatedExperience 5-10 yearsSupervisor Experience 2-5 yearsLicenses & Certifications Cert/Lic in Area of ExpertisePreferred Requirements Education Master's Degree - Physical/Life Science/relatedExperience 10+ yearsLicenses & Certifications MT/MLS - ASCP or equiv
Benefits and Legal Statement
BJC Total Rewards At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being. - Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
- Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
- Pension Plan*/403(b) Plan funded by BJC
- 401(k) plan with BJC match
- Tuition Assistance available on first day
- BJC Institute for Learning and Development
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
- Adoption assistance
To learn more, go to www.bjctotalrewards.com/Benefits *Not all benefits apply to all jobs The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer |
