Lab Manager - Anatomic Pathology

LabCorp•Boston, MA

26d•$120,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

LabCorp is seeking an Anatomic Pathology Manager to join our team at Tufts Medical Center in Boston, MA. This position will be responsible for overseeing the operations and administration of the Anatomic Pathology laboratory- Histology and Cytology. Additionally, the Laboratory Manager will create, implement, and manage the policies, procedures, and practices for optimal performance of the laboratory. This is a great leadership opportunity, where you will have the opportunity to facilitate innovation, manage change, and foster teambuilding to provide the highest quality product for our word-class diagnostics laboratory!

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Histotechnology, Cytology, Medical Technology or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements
Minimum 5 years of experience as a Histotechnologist or Cytologist in a histology or cytology laboratory
Histology and/or ASCP certifications are highly preferred
Prior supervisor experience managing several direct reports
Strong working knowledge of CLIA, CAP and relevant state regulations
Understanding of laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures
Proven success in training and developing both technical and non-technical employees
Ability to problem solve and provide solutions under minimal supervision
Proficient with Laboratory Information Systems and Microsoft Office
Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
High level of attention to detail with strong organizational skills
Comfortability making decisions in a changing environment
Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position

Nice To Haves

MBH/MBA degree and/or candidates with a Master's degree in Pathology Assistant from an accredited program preferred
Previous experience managing people leaders is a plus
Experience in a high-volume clinical laboratory environment is preferred

Responsibilities

Direct the daily operational activities of the histology and cytology department; both the technical and non-technical operations
Effectively manage the staffing of the department and monitor the production schedule to ensure adequate coverage and proper use of overtime, and adjust as needed
Directly supervisor, train, and mentor laboratory supervisors and have ownership and responsibility for all departmental staff
Ensure the diagnostics laboratory provides market leading service levels, meeting the needs of our clients and corporate service metrics established for TAT
Resolve client inquiries and operational issues in a timely manner by consulting with the Medical Director, Technical Director, QA, other laboratory managers, discipline directors, laboratory directors or corporate operations
Ensure laboratory is compliant with corporate, state, and federal regulatory requirements (CAP, CLIA, State, ISO, etc) related to personnel safety and quality of laboratory testing as well as professional conduct
Assist with developing and implementing laboratory procedures and installation of equipment and methods
Manage staff including recruiting & hiring qualified and enthusiastic employees, performance management, training, and development
Ensure effective communication with leadership, clients, sales, corporate operations, as well as direct reports and all departmental staff
Conduct departmental meetings and ensure appropriate departmental communication
Investigate deviations from established procedures to ensure effective corrective action
Maintain technical knowledge in the assigned department(s) for the laboratory testing
Maintain a clean and safe work environment