Assistant Director of Laboratories, DOH - Commonwealth of Pennsylvania : Job Details

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Are you a scientifically minded and detail-oriented professional eager to make a difference in public health for millions of Pennsylvanians? The Department of Health (DOH) is seeking a driven Assistant Director of Laboratories to join our dedicated team. This is professional work assisting in the administration of the state public health laboratory and in the advancement of the activities of the Bureau of Laboratories. Apply today to support our mission to provide clinical laboratory testing, advice, consultation, and quality assurance standards to all who require or deliver medical diagnostic services!

In this position, you will work in tandem with the laboratory director in the management and operations of our public health laboratory. Responsibilities include:

• Assisting in planning, directing, coordinating, and supervising the work of the Division of Laboratory Improvement and the Division of Operations and Quality Assurance.
• Serving with full authority as director in the bureau director's absence.
• Developing and implementing the strategic vision of the laboratory in conjunction with the director.
• Assisting in the development and implementation of the bureau's policies and procedures.
• Consulting and coordinating with other bureaus in the Department of Health, other state agencies, community laboratories, federal agencies, and other states.
• Keeping up to date on scientific advances, including new technology and testing, and applying knowledge to the laboratory.
• Maintaining knowledge of Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments, the Clinical Lab Act, and Chapter 5 regulations, including laboratory quality assurance practices.
• Maintaining an understanding of Commonwealth, departmental, and bureau administrative policies and procedures to assist in direction and support of the divisions.

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 2 days per week. You must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. The ability to telework is subject to change.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• Further communication regarding this position will be via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for notices.

• You must meet the qualifications under the provisions of the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment (CLIA) for Laboratory Director (493.1443) within eighteen months of hire.
• You must meet the Qualifications of Director under 28 Pa. Code 5.21.88 subsection (a) and the Pennsylvania Clinical Laboratory Act at the time of hire.
• You must meet the Qualifications of Director under 28 Pa. Code 5.21.88 subsection (b) within eighteen months of hire.
• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.
• You must pass a background investigation.

• Provide relevant, detailed experience/education on the application; resumes and cover letters will not be reviewed.
• Attach college transcripts if claiming education to meet minimum requirements.
• Submit your application by the closing date; late applications will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply may eliminate you from consideration.

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