Specimen Processing Manager

About the role

Oversee Specimen Processing, Imaging, Cytology Processing and Tech Ops; may also oversee some or all of the following: Referral Testing, Test In Question, and Histology Processing. Responsible for overseeing training of all personnel, all daily operations of related departments, ensuring all Compliance Policies are followed, maintaining a low error rate, and productivity within company standards. Ensure maintenance of a safe, ergonomically sound, professional environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain mental alertness and high energy required to appropriately perform the job.
• Effectively work with other departments to resolve problems.
• Use interpersonal skills to gain cooperation with other departments and foster continuous improvements.
• Remain flexible and available based on staffing requirements, including weekends, holidays, on-call duty, and long hours.
• Demonstrate excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills; manage client concerns, technical department, and employees in a professional manner.
• Make independent decisions and exercise consistent sound judgment.
• Handle multiple priorities in a high-volume setting.
• Organize and lead projects within the work group and with cross-functional groups.
• Give presentations and speak in front of groups.

Requirements

• Required Work Experience: Minimum of 8 years laboratory experience with at least 4 years of direct supervisory experience in a clinical or anatomical pathology laboratory.
• Preferred Work Experience: Medical or production background preferred.
• Skills: PC skills, MS Office applications; proven leadership, interpersonal skills, technical knowledge, strong organization and planning skills.
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS) or equivalent combination of education and experience (Required).

Benefits

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for full-time 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

Pay

Pay range: $93,200+ per year. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Schedule

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Position requires flexibility based on staffing requirements, including weekends, holidays, on-call duty, and long hours.