Hospital Laboratory Manager

Overview

• Lead laboratory operations at a healthcare organization, ensuring compliance with industry standards and protocols.
• Supervise a team of Clinical Laboratory Scientists and Lab Assistants, promoting excellence in testing and analysis.
• Manage workload distribution effectively, ensuring timely and accurate laboratory results.
• Implement operational goals and objectives to enhance laboratory performance and efficiency.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory standards, including TJC, DHS, and CLIA 88 requirements.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to support patient care through reliable laboratory services.
• Provide leadership and guidance to laboratory staff, fostering professional growth and development.
• Contribute to the strategic planning and advancement of laboratory services within the organization.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Supervise daily laboratory operations, ensuring adherence to protocols and quality standards.
• Manage laboratory staff, including scheduling, performance evaluations, and training initiatives.
• Oversee compliance with institutional, industry, and federal regulations governing laboratory practices.
• Coordinate resource allocation between shared campuses to optimize laboratory efficiency.
• Develop and implement operational strategies to achieve laboratory goals and objectives.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of laboratory results to support clinical decision-making.
• Maintain knowledge of scientific principles and technical aspects of laboratory testing procedures.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance patient care through laboratory services.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum three years of clinical experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS).
• At least three years of leadership experience in a laboratory setting, acute care preferred.
• State licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) required.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards including TJC, DHS, and CLIA 88.
• Strong understanding of laboratory testing principles and their clinical applications.
• Proficiency in laboratory management, financial oversight, and human resource practices.
• Ability to manage shared resources and staff across multiple campuses.