Manager Laboratory Services

Munson Healthcare•Traverse City, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Based at Munson Medical Center, this leadership role oversees Histology and Cytology services across Munson Healthcare, partnering closely with 11 board-certified pathologists. The department performs more than 117,000 procedures annually and utilizes advanced technologies including Roche Ventana, Hologic ThinPrep, and digital pathology platforms. This is a unique opportunity to lead specialized laboratory teams, support cutting-edge diagnostic services, and drive operational excellence, quality, and innovation across the health system.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science (Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science) or a related healthcare or science field.
ASCP certification required.
Minimum of 5 years of clinical laboratory experience.
Candidates with an associate degree, 10 years of laboratory experience, and at least 1 year of supervisory/coordinator experience may be considered.
A bachelor's degree and ASCP certification must be obtained within 3 years of hire.

Nice To Haves

Prior supervisory or management experience preferred

Responsibilities

Provide strategic and operational leadership for regional laboratory services, aligning goals and initiatives with the Munson Healthcare strategic plan.
Oversee clinical and operational functions across regional laboratories, ensuring high-quality patient specimen collection, testing services, regulatory compliance, and accreditation standards.
Develop and manage operating and capital budgets, monitor productivity and resource utilization, and implement corrective actions to achieve financial goals.
Lead quality, performance improvement, and customer service initiatives, driving continuous improvement and exceeding customer expectations.
Advance laboratory services by evaluating emerging technologies, implementing new testing capabilities, maintaining policies and procedures, and fostering effective communication and collaboration across all laboratory teams and shifts.