Laboratory Pre-Analytical Manager

Why Join FCS

At Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, we believe our people are our strength and we invest in them. In addition to having a positive impact on the people and communities we serve, associates benefit from significant professional opportunities, career advancement, training and competitive wages. Offering competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages to include tuition reimbursement, 401-K match, pet and legal insurance.

About FCS

Since 1984, Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute & Research Institute (FCS) has built a national reputation for excellence. With over 250 physicians, 220 nurse practitioners and physician assistants and nearly 100 locations in our network. Utilizing innovative clinical research, cutting-edge technologies, and advanced treatments, we are committed to providing world-class cancer care. We are recognized by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) with a national Clinical Trials Participation Award, FCS offers patients access to more clinical trials than any private oncology practice in Florida. Our patients have access to ground-breaking therapies, in a community setting, and may participate in national clinical research studies of drugs and treatment protocols. In the past five years, the majority of new cancer drugs approved for use in the U.S. were studied in clinical trials with FCS participation prior to approval. Through our partnership with Sarah Cannon, we are one of the largest clinical research organizations in the United States. Often, FCS leads the nation in initiating research studies and offering ground-breaking new therapies to patients.

Summary

The Laboratory Pre-Analytical Manager provides leadership and operational oversight for all pre-analytical and laboratory support services, including accessioning, client services, and pathology support functions. This role is accountable for optimizing workforce performance, developing scalable support resources, and ensuring efficient, standardized workflows across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Directly manage the Pre-Analytic teams (Accessioning, Client Services, Pathology Support, etc.), including hiring, onboarding, training, coaching, and performance management
• Oversee all specimen accessioning functions, including receipt, identification, labeling, and data entry of blood and genetic specimens to ensure accuracy and traceability
• Ensure proper timely workflow, chain of custody and specimen integrity from collection through pre-analytical processing via the departmental standard operating procedures (SOPs) for accessioning activities
• Identify and lead initiatives to improve accessioning efficiency, reduce errors, and optimize turnaround times
• Utilize data and reporting to identify trends and drive continuous improvement
• Ensure timely and accurate coordination between laboratory teams and clinic departments
• Maintain adherence to CLIA, CAP, COLA and organizational policies for all support functions
• Monitor quality assurance metrics for the areas of responsibility
• Manage budgets for the support services, monitoring cost efficiency and resource utilization
• Oversee procurement and inventory control for non-testing supplies and equipment
• Perform all necessary functions to effectively and efficiently manage the personnel assigned to him/her
• Recruit, train, and mentor support staff, ensuring competency and professional growth
• Serve as a liaison for physicians, clinics, and internal teams to resolve service-related issues
• Ensure high levels of client satisfaction through effective communication and problem-solving
• Lead projects to enhance efficiency, reduce turnaround times, and improve service quality

Education/Certifications & Licenses

• High School diploma required
• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, laboratory science, or related field preferred

Core Competencies, Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Financial acumen and resource planning expertise
• Analysis & Critical Thinking
• Strong interpersonal skills to include effective verbal and written communication
• Solid time management with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Ability to collaborate across various levels of management, departments and teams
• Comfortable negotiating problems and exploring solutions with physician population

Values

• Patient First – Keeping the patient at the center of everything we do
• Accountability – Taking responsibility for our actions
• Commitment & Care – Upholding FCS vision through every action
• Team – Working together, one team, one mission