Newborn Screening Laboratory Services Director

This leadership position is responsible for the oversight of scientific and administrative Newborn Screening laboratory operations. This position works directly with the Department of Public Health programmatic and medical follow-up programs to guide development and oversee testing and program objectives.  Maintains a culture of quality to assure the delivery of accurate and timely results using proper safety precautions for the Newborn Screening service areas. 

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Plans, organizes, and directs the laboratory activities for Newborn Screening Services.
• Conducts or participates in the development, review, revision, interpretation, and/or implementation for policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines.
• Provides updates to the Newborn Screening Advisory committee.
• Provide technical expertise for the development, validation and implementation of genetic testing and result interpretation for existing and new newborn disorders according to the recommended uniform screening panel (RUSP).
• Coordinates interaction between department, agency, and facility operating units, other programs, and /or external customers as appropriate
• Serves as a technical consultant or resource for colleagues and staff, health department managers and healthcare providers; develops and presents educational and/or training sessions, as needed
• Reviews and evaluates the overall quality management system as it applies to their area of responsibility, to include, but not limited to, personnel management, oversight of equipment and inventory procurement, document and records management, and oversight of the quality assessment plan and continuous quality improvement program
• Develops, implements, and monitors grants and cooperative agreements for Newborn Screening
• Collaborate with senior managers to develop the program’s strategic goals in accordance with the mission of the agency.
• Analyzes data, and prepares technical and administrative reports for the laboratory director, and for grants, publications and regulatory requirements
• Maintains and fosters communication among staff and with public health partners and customers
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies
• Serves as integral member of the lab leadership team.
• Visits the Waycross, GA Newborn Screening laboratory at least twice per year.

Master's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND Five years of management/supervisory experience in health care services,
OR
Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND Six years of management/supervisory experience in health care services.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctorate in a biological, chemical or physical science related field to include, but not limited to medical or clinical laboratory science, medical technology, chemistry, microbiology, biochemistry, molecular biology, biology, immunology or other biomedical field. 
• More than 3 years of recent related laboratory work experience in a certified (e.g., CLIA, CAP) clinical or public health laboratory, including at least 2 years   directing or supervising high complexity laboratory testing
• Equivalent combinations of directly related education, experience or postdoctoral fellowships may be considered on a case-by-case basis
• Special consideration will be given to applicants with national certification as a laboratory director or technical specialists, or demonstrated experience directly related to the job duties

ADA Statement

DPH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities.  If you require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), email a request by the closing date of this announcement to: DPH-HR@dph.ga.gov.

DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview.  DPH will contact selected applicants to proceed with the next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.