Laboratory Services Director jobs in Philadelphia, PA

Laboratory Services Director manages the daily activities of the laboratory. Develops laboratory policies and procedures and issues updates as needed. Being a Laboratory Services Director plans and designs experiments. Estimates the time and resources needed to complete projects. Additionally, Laboratory Services Director orders and inspects materials and equipment and maintains detailed and accurate inventory of lab supplies. Requires a master's degree. Typically reports to a director. The Laboratory Services Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be a Laboratory Services Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Assistant Director - Purchased Services and Laboratory
  • Universal Health Services, Inc.
  • King of Prussia, PA FULL_TIME
  • Responsibilities

    One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were over $11 billion in 2020. In 2021, UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of U.S.' Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has over 89,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

    The Corporate Supply Chain Department is seeking a dynamic and talented Assistant Director - Purchased Services and Laboratory.

    The Assistant Director - Purchased Services and Laboratory leads all Supply Chain activities related to Purchased Services and Laboratory categories serving a total of 392 facilities, including: Acute Care, BH (Behavioral Health), IPMs (Independent Physician Management), Alt (Alternate) Sites and Surgery Centers. Provides oversight of sourcing and standardization initiatives to improve patient care and outcomes while reducing total costs. Provides appropriate support to the Laboratory Directors and Supply Chain Directors, as required and/or requested. Assesses key "new technologies" and risk-reward impact upon UHS Operations and upon UHS as an entity. Directs, mentors, and coaches team members.

    Key Responsibilities include:

    • Maintains operational responsibility for supervision, performance evaluations and direction of the team. Participates in the development of staff responsible for Purchased Services and Laboratory initiatives. Participates in the development of annual sourcing calendar to guide staff regarding priorities and to drive expense reduction.
    • Leads the identification and execution of standardization and utilization for clinical products and services. Applies past clinical experience and knowledge to these initiatives. Participates in review, approval and implementation of new products and technology presented by hospital clinicians. Assists Corporate Clinical Leaders with providing product usage, approved contracted vendors and cost information as needed for their specific product-related initiatives. Manages the contract review process to validate the appropriate terms, conditions, pricing, vendors and approvals.
    • Leads identified sourcing opportunities pertaining to clinical products and services with support from Corporate Contracting team and GPO support staff. This includes strategy development, vendor communication, negotiation, benchmarking proposed pricing, and execution of contract. Acts as a liaison between hospital departments and Corporate Contracting as hospitals work on facility-based agreements. Participates in developing policies and procedures for corporate and local contracting.
    • Monitors and assists facility Supply Chain and Clinical Leaders with corporate-wide product conversions. This includes objectives and time frames for conversion, cross-reference data, education tools, and supporting financial information. Performs cost analysis, tracks conversion timeline and savings progress. Develops and administers project management plan for initiatives.
    • Monitors compliance with contract commitments. Develops tools to track and monitor appropriate utilization, develops key performance indicators (KPI). Helps to ensure consistent auditing and feedback for appropriate utilization control and expense reduction. Performs analysis of contract utilization and formulates and implements recommendations for adoption or improvement. Performs Category Management functions including convening quarterly business reviews with key suppliers and distributors. Reviews and ensures the appropriate financial metrics are monitored and that proper controls are in place to maximize contract savings.
    • Represents UHS on Group Purchasing Organization Steering Committees.

    Qualifications

    Position Requirements:

    • Bachelor's degree required plus 8-10 years of experience.
    • Experience in Purchased Services and Laboratory areas.
    • Detailed clinical and operations management experience required.
    • Broad knowledge of state of the art sourcing and contracting initiatives.
    • Ability to build strong working relationships and mentor direct reports.
    • Strong leadership presence to evaluate business opportunities, major contracts, and relationships.
    • Strong group dynamic skills to lead facility conversion teams to accomplishment established goals.
    • Projects a positive attitude and team orientation. Demonstrates professionalism and a sense of personal responsibility. Needs to be efficient; effective in recovery skills; exhibit a strong work ethic and practice service excellence.
    • Demonstrated written and oral communication and analytical skills. Makes communication more effective.
    • Computer skills with proficiency in MS Excel and Word.
    • Six Sigma credentials preferred.
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

    Travel Requirements: 25-50% based on projects

    This opportunity provides the following:

    • Challenging and rewarding work environment
    • Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
    • Competitive Compensation
    • Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
    • 401k plan with company match
    • Generous Paid Time Off

    *UHS is a registered trademark of UHS of Delaware, Inc., the management company for Universal Health Services, Inc. and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. Universal Health Services, Inc. is a holding company and operates through its subsidiaries including its management company, UHS of Delaware, Inc. All healthcare and management operations are conducted by subsidiaries of Universal Health Services, Inc. To the extent any reference to "UHS or UHS facilities" on this website including any statements, articles or other publications contained herein relates to our healthcare or management operations it is referring to Universal Health Services' subsidiaries including UHS of Delaware. Further, the terms "we," "us," "our" or "the company" in such context similarly refer to the operations of Universal Health Services' subsidiaries including UHS of Delaware. Any employment referenced in this website is not with Universal Health Services, Inc. but solely with one of its subsidiaries including but not limited to UHS of Delaware, Inc.

    UHS is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at UHS via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of UHS. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by UHS as a result of the referral or through other means.

    EEO Statement

    All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

    We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

    Notice

    At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skillset and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. We take pride in creating a highly efficient and best in class candidate experience. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. The recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you are suspicious of a job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, let us know by contacting us at: or 1-800-852-3449.

     

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Director, Cardiac Cath Laboratory
  • Prime Healthcare Services
  • Philadelphia, PA FULL_TIME
  • Location US-PA-Philadelphia ID 2024-152406 Category Director Position Type Full Time Shift Days Job Type Exempt OverviewJoin an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core valu...
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Assistant Director - Purchased Services and Laboratory
  • UHS
  • KING OF PRUSSIA, PA FULL_TIME
  • Responsibilities One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and p...
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Director, Services
  • PCI Pharma Services
  • Philadelphia, PA FULL_TIME
  • Life changing therapies. Global impact. Bridge to thousands of biopharma companies and their patients.We are PCI.Our investment is in People who make an impact, drive progress and create a better tomo...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Director, Cardiac Cath Laboratory
  • Roxborough Memorial Hospital
  • Philadelphia, PA FULL_TIME
  • Overview Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! Roxborough Memorial Hospital, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers inc...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Director of Social Services
  • Marquis Health Consulting Services
  • Yeadon, PA FULL_TIME
  • Director of Social Services-Competitive Salaries!!! Strong Benefit Program! Room for growth!! Join the team at Providence Rehabilitation and Healthcare as a member of our proud and caring staff. We ca...
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Hospital Lab Manager, Chemistry
  • Quest Diagnostics Incorporated
  • Mullica Hill, NJ
  • Category Laboratory Location Mullica Hill, New Jersey Job function Operations Job family Laboratory Operations Shift Day...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director, Clinical Development (Gene Therapy Program)
  • University of Pennsylvania
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned le...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physician - Student Health Services
  • Temple University
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Grade: A77 Provides general health care to adolescent and adult patients, including assessing and treating a wide variet...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Plasma Center Specialist/Phlebotomist
  • B Positive Plasma
  • Cheltenham, PA
  • Job Type Full-time Description The Plasma Center Specialist will operate under the direct supervision of the Center Mana...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Plasma Center Specialist/Phlebotomist
  • B Positive Plasma
  • Wyncote, PA
  • Job Type Full-timeDescriptionThe Plasma Center Specialist will operate under the direct supervision of the Center Manage...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Division Director for Engineering Experimental Operations
  • Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory
  • Princeton, NJ
  • Overview: This position has been retained by an executive search firm: Please submit a cover letter, resume, and salary ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Analyst, Quality Control, Sterility Assurance
  • Iovance Biotherapeutics Inc.
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Overview Iovance seeks a highly motivated Senior Analyst, Quality Control (QC) Sterility Assurance. The incumbent is res...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Research Specialist A/B (Department of Hematology/Oncology)
  • University of Pennsylvania
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned le...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Philadelphia, sometimes known colloquially as Philly, is the largest city in the U.S. state and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and the sixth-most populous U.S. city, with a 2017 census-estimated population of 1,580,863. Since 1854, the city has been coterminous with Philadelphia County, the most populous county in Pennsylvania and the urban core of the eighth-largest U.S. metropolitan statistical area, with over 6 million residents as of 2017[update]. Philadelphia is also the economic and cultural anchor of the greater Delaware Valley, located along the lower Delaware and Schuylkill Rivers, wit...
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Income Estimation for Laboratory Services Director jobs
$136,936 to $186,129
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area prices
were up 1.0% from a year ago

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