Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts · 10 hours ago
Laboratory Manager (Temporary)
Boston, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
4+ years expPlanned Parenthood League of Massachusetts (PPLM) is the state’s leading provider of sexual and reproductive health care, nationally recognized for education and research. The Laboratory Manager is responsible for the overall technical operations of a small clinical laboratory and supervision of the laboratory staff, ensuring compliance with necessary regulations and maintaining quality operations.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Responsible for overall technical operations of a small clinical laboratory and supervision of the laboratory staff
Prepares and maintains current laboratory procedure manuals and documentation
Operates the laboratory to be in compliance with CLIA, OSHA, and Massachusetts State general laws
Works closely with the Laboratory Medical Director and Lab Consultant to ensure quality operations of the laboratory
Performs STI testing on the Panther
Performs laboratory testing in compliance with PPFA policies, Title X, Federal and state licensing (CLIA and OSHA)
Performs necessary and timely duties to fulfill all testing requirements, from pre-analytical to analytical and post-analytical phases
Evaluates all test results against established quality control criteria before reporting results
Maintains technical expertise in all test methods performed and in use of all laboratory equipment and the LIS system
Establishes specimen preparation procedures; laboratory work flow and operational procedures
Establishes criteria assuring the quality and timeliness of laboratory results; troubleshoots and resolves issues with the laboratory information system
Effectively coordinates Labs’ work with all other PPLM Departments
Maintains medical laboratory equipment by assuring all required equipment function checks, maintenance, cleaning and decontamination procedures and all other necessary quality assurance checks are performed and documented as needed
Manages inventories and ensures that the laboratory has supplies and equipment necessary to carry on its services effectively
Monitors contracted services and reagent rental programs
Notifies Director if contractual commitments are not being met
Ensures routine laboratory security and safety protocols are followed at all times
Collaborates with Quality Director as appropriate
Participation in PPLM’s efforts to achieve goals for productivity
Other tasks and responsibilities as needed
Qualification
Required
4-5 years of experience required
Due to high-complexity testing, a Bachelor's degree in a physical science or medical technology is required
ASCP certification or eligibility required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, and Laboratory information software
Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
Ability to lift at least 50lbs
Must be able to stand for long periods of time
Must be able to work with bleach
Preferred
Experience with Panther strongly preferred
Experience with LIS, Harvest preferred
Experience with aseptic technique in the laboratory
Company
Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts
Our Mission The mission of PPLM is to protect and promote sexual and reproductive health and freedom of choice by providing clinical services, education and advocacy.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Dominique L.
President & CEO
Nonnie S. Burnes
Board member and Chair; Interim President and CEO
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