Lab Manager II

Are you a seasoned laboratory manager looking for a new challenge? Are you a laboratory supervisor looking for a laboratory management role with an industry leader? LabCorp is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Manager to join our team alongside Prisma Health Oconee Memorial Hospital . This is a great leadership opportunity, where you will have the opportunity to facilitate innovation, manage change, and foster teambuilding to provide the highest quality product for our word-class diagnostics laboratory!

LabCorp is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Manager to join our team for Prisma Health Oconee Memorial Hospital. This position will be responsible for overseeing the operations and administration of the clinical laboratory testing for the acute laboratory within Prisma. Additionally, the Laboratory Manager will create, implement, and manage the policies, procedures, and practices for optimal performance of the clinical diagnostics laboratory. This position will have oversight of Chemistry, Hematology, and some Microbiology.

• COVID vaccination is required at this job site*
• Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am-5pm (While this position is 1st shift, the manager's schedule may vary to meet business needs*)
• Work Location: 298 Memorial Drive Seneca, SC 29672
• Benefits: All job offers will be based on a candidate's skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data. Regular, full-time or part-time employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(K), ESPP, Paid time off (PTO) or Flexible time off (FTO), Commissions, and Company bonus where applicable. For more detailed information, please click here.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Direct the daily operational activities, technical and non-technical, of the hospital laboratory ensuring quality of results and fostering a team environment.

• Effectively manage the staffing of the department and monitor the production schedule to ensure adequate coverage and proper use of overtime and adjust as needed.

• Directly supervisor, train, and mentor laboratory team members and have ownership and responsibility for all departmental staff.

• Ensure the diagnostics laboratory provides market leading service levels, meeting the needs of our clients and corporate service metrics established for TAT.

• Align objectives with those of hospital, lab leadership, and Medical Directorship

• Resolve client inquiries and operational issues in a timely manner by consulting with the Medical Director, Technical Director, QA, other laboratory managers, discipline directors, laboratory directors or corporate operations.

• Partner with Professional Support Service Leaders within the hospital to deliver optimal care.

• Maintain compliance with corporate, state, and federal regulatory requirements (CAP, CLIA, State, ISO, etc.) related to personnel safety and quality of laboratory testing as well as professional conduct.

• Assist with developing and implementing laboratory procedures and installation of equipment and methods.

• Manage staff including recruiting & hiring qualified and enthusiastic employees, performance management, training, and development.

• Manage positions within the department to achieve quality, productivity, and meet budgetary goals.

• Assist with budget preparation and understanding deviations.

• Ensure effective communication with leadership, clients, corporate operations, as well as direct reports, departmental staff, and inter-departmental staff.

• Conduct laboratory meetings to ensure communication of laboratory performance, process changes, and to promote a positive interaction between team members.

• Investigate deviations from established procedures to ensure effective corrective action.

• Maintain technical knowledge in the assigned department(s) for the laboratory testing.

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

• Be an available resource to support the team as needed.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in biology, Chemistry, Medical Technology, or a related life science (Required) Advanced Degree Preferred

• 5 years of clinical laboratory experience, within a supervisory role. (Required)

• Minimum 6 years of experience as a Technologist in a clinical diagnostics laboratory (Required)

• ASCP certification or equivalent is (Required)

• Prior supervisor experience managing several direct reports.

• Proficient in laboratory knowledge and how to effectively manage a clinical laboratory.

• Previous experience managing people leaders is a plus.

• Strong demonstrated leadership capabilities including: emotional intelligence, excellent listening, verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills; ability to manage the performance of others and provide developmental coaching/feedback and mentoring.

• Able to balance the needs of the business with the needs of the employees.

• Experience in an acute setting is preferred.

• Strong working knowledge of CLIA, CAP, AABB, TJC and relevant state regulations

• Understanding of laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures

• Proven success in training and developing both technical and non-technical employees.

• Ability to problem solve and provide solutions under minimal supervision.

• Proficient with Laboratory Information Systems and Microsoft Office

• Strong communication skills; both written and verbal

• High level of attention to detail with strong organizational skills

• Comfortability making decisions in a changing environment.

• Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position.

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

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