Laboratory Manager

Manages the overall daily operations of the Laboratory using a wide variety of administrative, fiscal and technical activities to ensure its efficient operation. Supervises, coordinates and evaluates the system and professional staff responsible for the collection and processing of specimens to obtain data for diagnosis and treatment of disease.  Consults with Pathologists regarding compliance with regulations, standards and changes in test procedures. Acts as Technical Supervisor in the Technical Supervisor's absence.

Manages the overall daily operations of the Laboratory using a wide variety of administrative, fiscal and technical activities to ensure its efficient operation. Provides direction, coaching and support to direct reports regarding professional standards, work quality, performance and accountability; collaborates on resolving problems and/or performance gaps; develops annual staff engagement improvement plans; and engages in regular communications (department meetings, one-on-ones, performance feedback, etc.).

Supervises, coordinates and evaluates the operating system of the lab and professional staff responsibilities in regard to the quality of testing and diagnosis provided by the lab and its effect on patient treatment. 

Responsible for the fiscal management of the lab including laboratory budgeting, and monitoring of monthly variances. Submits variance reports as applicable. Management of contracts  and agreements on new and current instruments with vendors , managements of contracts on affiliated reference laboratories. Reviews and approves laboratory billing statements to include contracted reference laboratories.

Oversees and manages the overall compliance and regulations of the laboratory, the laboratory proficiency programs, competencies of staff and evaluation of new methods and procedures, and research and development. Oversees, coordinates and approves the technical supervisor duties and responsibilities in the laboratory. Acts as Technical Supervisor in the Technical Supervisor's absence.

Oversees, coordinates and approves the technical supervisor duties and responsibilities in the laboratory. 

Ensures QAPI monitoring that demonstrates ongoing quality performance and identifies areas for performance improvement with measurable results. Ensures policies and procedures meet quality, safety, and compliance requirements. Submits Performance Improvement plans as requested.

Investigates and pursues new programs and services, evaluates the need for current services annually.

Meets with Laboratory Medical Director regularly. Keeps the Medical Director informed of laboratory events and issues. Follows the guidance of the Medical Director in drafting and developing standard operating procedures for the laboratory.

Participates in multi organizational committees as assigned and is responsible for departmental communication.

Education: Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) in related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.  Masters degree desirable. Experience: Five years clinical laboratory experience including Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Blood Bank, and Microbiology; and at least two years hospital lab experience in a supervisory/management capacity.Licenses & Certifications: Current California Clinical Laboratory Scientist license.Required Skills & Knowledge: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills. Able to work collaboratively with multiple health professionals in a busy and complex environment using tact, diplomacy and discipline. Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels of the organization and from diverse backgrounds. Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions.