Clinical Lab Manager

Responsibilities

• Oversees clinical operations for all assigned laboratories, including all aspects of laboratory testing, Quality Control, Quality Assurance, and Proficiency Testing.
• Establishes and maintains policies and procedures for QC, QA, and PT, and oversees the evaluation, selection, validation, and ongoing review of test methods.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations, including CLIA, COLA, OSHA, HIPAA requirements as well as applicable labor laws.
• Supervises laboratory staff and directs the development, implementation, and evaluation of annual performance goals and departmental objectives to ensure operational efficiency, quality outcomes, and financial sustainability.
• Affords assistance in performance improvement through coaching, feedback, and referral to counseling when appropriate.
• Oversees staffing levels, scheduling, and coverage, and steps in to support laboratory operations during staffing shortages when necessary.
• Evaluates qualifications of prospective laboratory personnel; interviews and hires as needed.
• Ensures all staff meet regulatory requirements for testing, oversees or assigns training, and provides continuing education opportunities while monitoring participation and competency.
• Aids in the development, preparation, and implementation of laboratory budgets.
• Performs cost analyses for major equipment purchases and evaluates vendor bids for financial feasibility, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., biology, chemistry, laboratory science)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a laboratory management role, preferably in a healthcare setting
• Knowledge of CLIA, COLA, OSHA, HIPAA, and other relevant regulations
• Experience with proficiency testing and quality assurance programs
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in a related field
• Experience with laboratory informatics systems
• Experience with electronic health records (EHRs)