Hunter Selection has been chosen to support a rapidly growing healthcare provider recruiting for a Pathology Operation Manager. The Pathology Operations Manager is responsible for organising, managing, and developing the laboratory services ensuring the delivery of a high-quality compliance with ISO 15189:2022.
Key Responsibilities:
Sample Processing & Reporting
* Oversee the reporting of pathology specimens to ensure accuracy and efficiency
* Manage the laboratory testing schedule, and process schedule change requests from the wider group of businesses, ensuring all internal and external stakeholders are informed
* Ensure that sufficient, appropriately qualified staff are scheduled on shift to support operation
Laboratory Operations & Training
* Maintain high standards of laboratory housekeeping in accordance with UKAS regulations and local laboratory standards, working collaboratively with all laboratory staff
* Oversee the day-to-day management of the technical operations in the laboratory
Managing the Pathology Service
* Recruit, manage, and develop a team of scientists to ensure a high-quality pathology service
* Ensure sufficient equipment is available to meet testing demands, while ensuring it is properly maintained, serviced, and fully operational.
* Establish and maintain key operational processes in line with service requirements
Maintaining Quality
* Work closely with the Head of Quality to support audits, EQA scheme participation, and IQC monitoring, ensuring successful implementation of ISO 15189:2022 in line with UKAS standards
* Ensure the laboratory work aligns with the Company's policies and standards including ISO 15189:2022, DHSE, CQC, HSE and ISO9001 where applicable
Skill & Experiences:
* Essential: Professional registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
* Experience across various pathology disciplines including biochemistry, haematology, immunology, and molecular diagnostics
* Minimum of 2 years hands-on experience of managing a pathology laboratory
* Previous experience of working within an ISO15189 accredited laboratory
* Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks governing laboratory operations
* Understanding of Laboratory Health & Safety standards
Salary £50,000 - £60,000
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