LABORATORY MANAGER

Department: CLINICAL LABORATORY

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Laboratory Services or designee, the Laboratory Manager provides leadership to and manages the day to day operations for the laboratory. Responsible for all elements of the laboratory operations.

Core Job Responsibilities

Monitor the performance of the staff. Oversees workload distribution and scheduling of the office and areas of the lab. Performs disciplinary action with employees in conjunction with Human Resources and other lab leaders
Maintain current Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for areas of responsibility
Assist with developing and sustaining lab budgets and supply chains. Work with vendors, purchasing department and other lab leaders to negotiate contracts for laboratory equipment and supplies
Ensure the labs function efficiently and according to the NYSDOH, CLIA, CLEP and additional regulating body standards and laws and provides a high level of quality laboratory services in a timely manner to meet the needs of providers, patients and clients/partners
Handle operational needs and assignments which may include quality assurance, reporting requirements, inventory control and ordering, and the integration of lab services with other departments
In conjunction with the Lab Outreach team, direct and manage the clinical services provided to current and potential new clients
Follow all organization’s policies and procedures including but not limited to those of infection control, privacy, attendance, safety, mission, vision and values
Perform other duties as required.

Education/Experience Requirements

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience
6 years or more of lab experience

Preferred:

MS, Medical Laboratory Science, business or healthcare related degree

Licensure/Certification Requirements

Required:

License or certification is required by law

Preferred:

ASCP certification

Disclaimer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.

Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

Job Details

Req Id 93128
Department CLINICAL LABORATORY
Shift Days
Shift Hours Worked 8.50
FTE 1
Work Schedule SALARIED MANAGEMENT
Employee Status A1 - Full-Time
Union Non-Union
Pay Range $80,396.66 - $128,634.65