The laboratory manager, under the direction of the dean, will assist the college's orthotic and prosthetic faculty in developing, implementing and executing the laboratory portion of the orthotic and prosthetic educational curriculum. Lab manger will be responsible for maintaining supplies and equipment for the orthotic and prosthetic laboratories.
Typical Essential Duties
This is the second of two levels in the Laboratory Support series. Incumbents coordinate the operations of an assigned lab by managing the usage of laboratory equipment and media to meet student and faculty needs; assisting faculty in developing laboratory assignments; determining supplies and materials necessary for experiments; managing an assigned budget; managing inventory through purchases and verification; coordinating and assisting students in lab exercises; and preparing and revising laboratory operation manuals. Incumbents in this level oversee the complete lab operations and work with faculty to ensure educational aspects and objectives are achieved.
Requirements:
Education:
Certified Prosthetic Orthotist and/or Licensed Prosthetic Orthotist. Bachelor's degree preferred.
Experience:
Two (2) years experience in the field of O&P. Three (3) years supervisory experience preferred.
* An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job may be acceptable in lieu of those requirements listed above.
Knowledge:
Skills:
Physical:
Responsibilities:
These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary. |
Potential Frequency |
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1. |
Develops lab programs based on department needs which includes developing lab curriculum; determining what instructions and lab procedures must be written; instructing labs; maintains and ensures compliance with applicable laboratory procedures. |
Daily 20% |
2. |
Monitors a laboratory budget by verifying purchases and expense. |
Daily 10% |
3. |
Coordinates and participates in the set up laboratory materials, equipment, and other applicable items in support of lab exercises; documents exhibitions and experiments; and monitors activities of assigned lab, ensuring the safety and security of facility. |
Daily 30% |
4. |
Organizes the cleaning, maintenance, and upkeep of the laboratory facilities; orders inventory and supplies when necessary; and schedules necessary laboratory equipment repairs. |
Daily 30% |
5. |
Prepares and maintains laboratory operation manuals; prepares and reviews a variety of laboratory records and reports. |
Daily 10% |
6. |
Performs other duties of a similar nature or level. |
As Required |
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