DCCS invites you to explore an exciting opportunity with our client, Bassett Healthcare Network located in lovely Cooperstown, NY.

The Bassett Healthcare Network (www.bassett.org) currently consists of five (5) community hospitals, over 24 outpatient clinics, and 20 +school-based centers.

As a teaching hospital and medical school campus affiliated with Columbia University’s College of Physicians and Surgeons, and through a nationally renowned Research Institute, Bassett is continually advancing its missions of patient care, teaching and research, always anticipating and developing to meet the evolving needs of the people and communities in the region.

Bassett Healthcare Network has been named to the Forbes list of Best-in-State Employers 2022, in their ranking based on employee recommendations!

System Laboratory Director Responsibilities

• Reports to the Vice President of Ambulatory Services
• 10 Direct Reports and 100 Full-Time and Part-Time Employees
• Over 6 million billable tests

System Laboratory Director Requirements

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology required from an accredited medical technology program, Master’s degree preferred. Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist (MLS/MT) American Society of Clinical Pathologists.

Experience: Minimum 10 years Clinical Laboratory experience, five years as manager or director.

Licensure: Licensure by NYS SED as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist required. MT (ASCP) preferred.

Skills: Management, leadership, and motivational skills, general clinical, problem-solving, positive interpersonal skills, communication - verbal and written.

Location Information: Cooperstown, NY

Situated on the shores of Lake Otsego, Cooperstown is rich with rural traditions, restored historic buildings, and myriad cultural attractions, including the National Baseball Hall of Fame. Low crime and high-quality schools are noted perks among residents who live there. Living in Cooperstown allows residents easy access to both cityscapes and rural attractions.

Many love to tour the wineries and recreational areas dotting the slopes of the nearby Finger Lakes, or take a trip to the region's vibrant towns, known for their lively culinary and nightlife scenes. Cooperstown is approximately 60 miles southwest of Albany, 67 miles southeast of Syracuse, and 145 miles northwest of New York City.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $111,000.00 - $167,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you have at least seven years of experience in progressive laboratory leadership at the director level?
• Are you qualified as a Medical Technologist in accordance with New York State Department of Health regulations?

Experience:

• Clinical laboratory: 10 years (Preferred)
• Senior leadership: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• ASCP Certification (Required)
• Medical Technologist (Required)
• Medical Laboratory Scientist Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location