Hospital Laboratory Manager

Overview

• Lead laboratory operations, ensuring high-quality diagnostic services and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Manage a team of laboratory professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.
• Oversee budgets, staffing, and performance metrics to achieve operational efficiency.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance laboratory services and patient care.
• Ensure proper maintenance of laboratory equipment and adherence to scientific standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align laboratory goals with organizational objectives.
• Promote safety, accountability, and professional growth within the laboratory team.
• Support strategic leadership initiatives to advance laboratory capabilities and services.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Direct daily laboratory operations, ensuring efficient workflows and quality outcomes.
• Supervise laboratory staff, including hiring, training, and performance evaluations.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets, ensuring financial accountability.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and quality standards.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives to optimize laboratory processes and services.
• Monitor laboratory performance metrics, including productivity and safety indicators.
• Maintain accurate service records and ensure equipment functionality.
• Collaborate with organizational leadership to support strategic objectives.
• Promote a patient-centered approach to laboratory services.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science (BS) in a relevant field is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in laboratory services; 7 years preferred.
• Current Clinical Laboratory Scientist license issued by the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners.
• Proven leadership experience with supervisory responsibilities in laboratory operations.
• Strong skills in decision-making, problem-solving, and organizational management.
• Experience managing budgets, staffing, and performance outcomes.
• Ability to lead quality improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with standards.
• Excellent communication and team-building abilities.
• Commitment to safety, accountability, and professional development.