Laboratory Manager
Quest Diagnostics•Cincinnati, OH
•Onsite
About The Position
The Laboratory Manager has overall responsibility for the planning, coordination, evaluation, and supervision of all technical and/or operational activities and staff members in the laboratory. This role is responsible for operating the lab with the highest quality, safety, and integrity in an efficient and economical manner. The pay range is $88,540+ per year, with offers based on relevant skills, training, experience, education, certifications, and market/organizational factors. Successful candidates may be eligible for annual performance bonus compensation.
Requirements
- 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.
- Must be detail-oriented, have the ability to work independently, establish work priorities and to handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency.
- 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.
- Current California Clinical Laboratory Scientist license. (CA Only) (Required)
Nice To Haves
- Master’s Degree
- ASCP Certification
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.
- Coordinate 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.
- Ensure EHS regulatory standards and safety procedures are followed.
- Oversee plans and preparations for inspections.
- Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional and sanitary condition.
- Adheres to all established CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA and laboratory safety requirements.
- Required to use (a) personal protective equipment, (b) engineering controls and/or (c) work practice controls as directed by management.
- Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
