What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Manager - Anatomic Pathology position at Labcorp?
Labcorp is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Manager to join our Anatomic Pathology team in Monrovia, CA. This position will be responsible for overseeing the operations and administration of the clinical laboratory testing for the Anatomic Pathology department (Histology and Cytology) with site leadership responsibilities. The Laboratory Manager will create, implement, and manage the policies, procedures and practices for optimal performance of the clinical diagnostics laboratory. 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!
**Pay Range: $113,750 - $188,606 per year
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. (Remove for non-pay transparency states)
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm with additional days and hours based on business needs
Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only. For more detailed information, please click here.
Job Responsibilities
Direct the daily operational activities of the department name; both the technical and non-technical operations
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 supervisors along with 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
Resolve client inquiries and operational issues in a timely manner by consulting with the Medical Director, Technical Director, QA, managers, discipline directors, laboratory directors or corporate operations
Ensure laboratory is compliant 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 hiring qualified employees, performance management, training and development
Ensure effective communication with leadership, clients, sales, corporate operations and all departmental staff
Conduct departmental meetings and ensure appropriate departmental communication
Investigate deviations from established procedures to ensure effective corrective action
Maintain technical knowledge in the assigned department(s) for the laboratory testing
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements
Minimum 10 years of experience as a Technologist in a clinical diagnostics laboratory
Minimum 5 years prior supervisory experience managing several direct reports
Prior supervisor experience managing several direct reports
Previous experience managing people leaders is a plus
ASCP certification is highly preferred
Experience in a high volume clinical laboratory environment is preferred
Strong working knowledge of CLIA, CAP 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
If you're looking for a career that offers opportunities for growth, continual development, professional challenge and the chance to make a real difference, apply today!
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Salary : $113,750 - $188,606
