Head of Department BMA Hematology Laboratory (80-100%), Location Triemli

Permanent position

Stadtspital Zürich

Shape the future of laboratory medicine with us and make an important contribution to high-quality patient care.

At the Institute for Laboratory Medicine of Stadtspital Zürich, a responsible leadership task in a modern and accredited laboratory environment awaits you. Together with the FAMH Hematology Department Head, you will ensure the reliable operation of the hematology laboratory as well as transfusion capability around the clock. In doing so, you will take on a central role in the technical, personnel, and organizational further development of the department.

Due to the regular retirement of the long-standing job holder, we are looking for a/an

per 2027 or by arrangement

Tasks

• Together with the FAMH Department Head, you will manage the hematology laboratory including transfusion services operationally and further develop the department.
• You will ensure, with your team, smooth 24/7 operation in the areas of morphology (incl. blood counts, bone marrow, cytology, analyzers), hemostasis, immunohematology, serology, and immunophenotyping.
• You will assume technical and personnel leadership of the employees as well as deployment, duty, and vacation planning.
• You are responsible for the compliance and further development of quality management according to ISO 15189 as well as applicable guidelines and legal regulations.
• Together with the FAMH Department Head, you will evaluate, validate, and implement new analysis methods, devices, and processes and actively drive optimizations.
• You will analyze performance and quality indicators, derive improvement measures, and support change and digitalization projects.
• You will promote interdisciplinary cooperation and are the contact person for internal and external partners regarding technical questions.
• You are engaged in the education and further training of students and employees and accompany internships as well as project and bachelor's theses.

Profile

• Diploma as a Biomedical Analyst HF or FH, ideally with advanced federal examination or the willingness to complete it.
• Several years of professional and leadership experience in a medium-sized or larger medical laboratory.
• Profound knowledge and practical experience in diagnostic hematology as well as in transfusion services.
• Distinct leadership, organizational, and communication skills as well as enjoyment in the further development of employees.
• High quality orientation and experience with accredited laboratory processes, preferably according to ISO 15189.
• Responsible, resilient, and solution-oriented personality with an independent and structured way of working.
• Willingness to perform night, weekend, or on-call duties if required.

We offer

Look forward to a varied leadership task in which you can take on responsibility and contribute your own ideas. Together with a motivated and competent team, you will actively shape the further development of a central department in the Institute for Laboratory Medicine.

A modern working environment, exciting projects, diverse development opportunities, and attractive employment conditions from the City of Zürich await you. At the same time, you will benefit from collegial cooperation and a working environment that focuses on collaboration, quality, and innovation.

About us

With over 36,000 inpatient and around 455,000 outpatient patients per year, Stadtspital Zürich is among the top 10 hospitals in Switzerland. As a modern center hospital at several locations in the city of Zürich, we offer the entire range of basic medical care, including 24-hour emergency and intensive care medicine. Our 4,500 employees are committed every day with great engagement and passion to excellent patient care.

Interested?

For further information, Dr. Adrian Schmidt, Chief Physician and Head of Department Hematology FAMH, Tel. , is at your disposal. We look forward to your application.

Reference No.: 51590

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