Laboratory Manager

About the role

This position is responsible for the planning, coordination, evaluation, and supervision of all technical and/or operational activities and staff members in the laboratory. It involves operating the lab with the highest quality, safety, and integrity in an efficient and economical manner.

Responsibilities

• Plan, assign and direct work in the laboratory.
• Serve as liaison with other areas as needed.
• Mentor and support direct reports in their responsibilities and functions.
• Identify and implement training programs as necessary to ensure they receive training in supervisory skill development.
• Define, coordinate and monitor quality assurance programs and supervise activities of the department Quality Coordinator/Representative.
• Ensure quality control and compliance procedures are followed and QC reports are up to date.
• Oversee plans and preparations for inspections.
• Oversee staffing of all personnel in the laboratory.
• Effectively maintain quality staffing by interviewing, hiring, training and providing staff development through performance evaluation and corrective counseling.
• Identify future needs in terms of staff, equipment, and facilities.
• Submit appropriate documentation for procurement of such.
• Review test performance, drive process improvements and project management.
• Prepare and submit required reports to meet established deadlines.
• Manage test database.
• Ensure departmental standard operating procedures and database accurately reflects the current process.
• Cool R&D activities as they relate to operations and actively participate on subspecialty committees, corporate committees and business unit committees as needed.
• Develop annual budget and manage department costs and resources to adhere to budget.
• Resolve problems through interaction with clients.
• Define, coordinate and monitor EHS programs and supervise activities of the Department Safety Coordinator.
• Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional and sanitary condition.
• Adhere to all established CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA and laboratory safety requirements.
• Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections.

Qualifications

• Minimum of eight (8) years laboratory experience with at least four (4) years direct supervisory experience in a clinical laboratory.
• Comprehensive theoretical and operational job knowledge in designated specialty required.
• Knowledge of organizational/departmental policies and procedures.
• Proven leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented, able to work independently, establish work priorities and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively with employees, co-workers and clients.
• Ability to deal with client information in a confidential manner.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems.
• Bachelor’s Degree Medical Technology or related field. (Preferred) Master’s Degree (Preferred).
• ASCP Certification (Preferred).
• Current California Clinical Laboratory Scientist license. (CA Only) (Required).

Benefits

We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include: Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours Best-in-class well-being programs Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness® healthyMINDS mental health program Vacation and Health/Flex Time 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off FinFit financial coaching and services 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service Employee stock purchase plan Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option Flexible Spending Accounts Annual incentive plans Matching gifts program Education assistance through MyQuest for Education Career advancement opportunities and so much more!