Public Health Laboratory Manager
Our Mission
Safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone can achieve their optimal health.
Job Description
This position plays an integral role in laboratory testing and responding to public health threats, including COVID-1+, vaccine-preventable diseases, HIV, Legionella, and respiratory, foodborne, and waterborne disease outbreaks.
Key Responsibilities:
Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate the performance of laboratory staff and trainees.
Analyze, coordinate, supervise, and manage daily laboratory operations during outbreak events.
Plan, prepare, and supervise laboratory services relating to regulatory standards and organization's policies.
Prioritize, schedule, assign, and monitor work to optimize operational service.
Ensure all regulatory and safety standards are followed and serve as a resource for accreditation compliance.
Manage laboratory purchase of inventory, storage, and supplies usage.
Assist the Unit Chief and/or Director with laboratory activities and operations.
Participate in cross-training program within PHL to assist with routine and surge events.
Help establish or modify technical and non-technical procedures as needed.
Perform high and moderate complexity laboratory testing and procedures on clinical and environmental specimens submitted to the PHL.
Generate and release reports, maintain records, and perform tasks related to laboratory testing.
Maintain a program of quality control, participating in a program of quality assurance, and taking corrective action when needed.
Why You Should Join Us:
Premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually.
Additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position's associated union/benefit fund.
A public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
A tax-deferred savings program.
A robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
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Safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone can achieve their optimal health.
Job Description
This position plays an integral role in laboratory testing and responding to public health threats, including COVID-1+, vaccine-preventable diseases, HIV, Legionella, and respiratory, foodborne, and waterborne disease outbreaks.
Key Responsibilities:
Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate the performance of laboratory staff and trainees.
Analyze, coordinate, supervise, and manage daily laboratory operations during outbreak events.
Plan, prepare, and supervise laboratory services relating to regulatory standards and organization's policies.
Prioritize, schedule, assign, and monitor work to optimize operational service.
Ensure all regulatory and safety standards are followed and serve as a resource for accreditation compliance.
Manage laboratory purchase of inventory, storage, and supplies usage.
Assist the Unit Chief and/or Director with laboratory activities and operations.
Participate in cross-training program within PHL to assist with routine and surge events.
Help establish or modify technical and non-technical procedures as needed.
Perform high and moderate complexity laboratory testing and procedures on clinical and environmental specimens submitted to the PHL.
Generate and release reports, maintain records, and perform tasks related to laboratory testing.
Maintain a program of quality control, participating in a program of quality assurance, and taking corrective action when needed.
Why You Should Join Us:
Premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually.
Additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position's associated union/benefit fund.
A public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
A tax-deferred savings program.
A robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.