Sr Manager, Laboratory (Lab) RETENTION BONUS INCLUDED
About The Position
The Senior Manager, Lab Operations leads day-to-day technical and operational functions within a high-volume, high-complexity clinical laboratory. The role ensures effective process execution, regulatory compliance, quality, and teammate development, and provides hands-on leadership for laboratory teams while connecting frontline operations with senior leadership. The position reports to the Director, Laboratory Operations. The position is on-site in DeLand, Florida, and follows a Tuesday–Friday schedule with one Saturday every 12 weeks. A Florida Supervisor license in Microbiology is required. The role is permanent and offers a salary of $108,971–$156,957 per year, a $10,000 retention bonus, a $15,000 annual bonus, and relocation eligibility.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related sciences.
- At least 5 years of laboratory leadership experience in a high-volume, high-complexity testing environment.
- Proven track record of leading teams, driving process improvements, and managing operational performance.
- Strong knowledge of laboratory regulatory standards, including CAP, CLIA, and federal and state requirements.
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams.
- Medical Technologist registry certification (ASCP, NCA, AAB, or equivalent).
- Florida Supervisor license, specifically licensed as a Supervisor in Microbiology.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree in business administration or relevant sciences.
Responsibilities
- Oversee assigned laboratory lanes to ensure performance, quality, and financial targets are met.
- Monitor data and key performance metrics to inform staffing, resource, and workflow decisions.
- Support standardization of processes, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Partner with leadership on long-term service-line growth planning and operational improvements.
- Lead and engage laboratory supervisors and frontline teams, fostering accountability, belonging, and high performance.
- Mentor emerging leaders, focusing on professional growth and succession planning.
- Drive communication across shifts and departments to support operational excellence.
- Ensure laboratory testing is accurate, properly documented, and compliant with applicable regulatory requirements.
- Oversee quality control and quality assurance programs.
- Build and maintain relationships with internal and external customers and support service excellence.
- Resolve operational issues and client concerns in a timely, professional manner.
- Support strategic initiatives, projects, and continuous improvement activities as needed.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) match
- Paid time off
- PTO cash out
- Family resources
- EAP counseling sessions
- Access to a mindfulness app
- Backup child and elder care
- Maternity and paternity leave
- Professional development programs
- On-demand virtual leadership and development courses through the company's online training platform
- $10,000 retention bonus
- $15,000 annual bonus
- Relocation eligibility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
