Clinical Laboratory Management

by Lynne S. Garcia (Editor)

This text provides practical information and guidelines on healthcare management, for laboratory directors, managers, chief technologists, and supervisors, for trainees in healthcare administration and medical laboratory technology, and for those studying for board or registry certification in management. It overviews management principles and how they apply to the clinical laboratory, discussing financial challenges facing laboratories and good business practices. There is information on the impact of the regulatory environment on all aspects of clinical laboratory practice. Various management tools are provided, related to personnel, technical, regulatory, and financial responsibilities, including checklists, worksheets, forms, and tables. Chapter summaries, glossaries, and cases are included. Annotation © 2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

1068 pages, Hardcover

First published January 28, 2004