2600002534 - Manager Laboratory

Lakeridge Health Corporation; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeridge Health in Oshawa and Bowmanville seeks a Manager Laboratory Medicine to lead a high‑performing multi-site team delivering exceptional patient care and innovative laboratory services. You will drive strategic initiatives, operational excellence, and evidence‑based practices across our Laboratory Medicine Program.

The ideal candidate will bring strategic leadership with a strong background in laboratory operations, microbiology, LIS, and change management, ensuring safety and

Qualifications

• Progressive leadership experience in Laboratory Medicine.
• Microbiology experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of LIS and emerging technologies in labs.
• Strong communication, collaboration and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to patient- and family-centered care and safety.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations across Laboratory Medicine in multiple sites.
• Lead a high-performing, multi-site team delivering patient care.
• Drive operational excellence through planning, budgeting and process improvements.
• Champion evidence-based practice and quality improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare legislation, licensing and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Change management

Team development

Lean methodologies

Financial management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in health-related field or equivalent

Master's degree

Ontario registration preferred (MLT)

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems (LIS)

Job description

Manager Laboratory

Status: Regular Full Time

Department: Laboratory General

Program: Laboratory Services

8 Hour Shifts, days Schedule (Subject to Change)

Location: Oshawa & Bowmanville

Wage Schedule: $58.050 - $81.960 per hour

File Number: 2600002534

Lakeridge Health is more than a hospital. It is a health network that includes five hospitals, a long-term care home, a community-based surgical centre, and more than 30 community sites across the Durham Region. Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a place where the best people want to start, grow, and finish their careers in health care. We are focused on fostering an environment that’s inclusive, compassionate, innovative, and joyful. This is Lakeridge Health!

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization where your leadership and expertise will help shape the future of Laboratory Medicine at Lakeridge Health.

We are seeking an experienced laboratory professional for the role of Manager Laboratory Medicine. You would lead a high-performing multi-site team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care and innovative laboratory services. In this influential leadership role, you will help drive strategic initiatives, operational excellence, and evidence-based practices across our Laboratory Medicine Program.

Working closely with physicians, clinical leaders, and interdisciplinary teams, you will play a key role in advancing patient-centered care while fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.

What You'll Do

Reporting to the Director, Laboratory Medicine and Diagnostic Imaging, the Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations and clinical services within Laboratory Medicine. You will provide strong leadership and operational oversight while supporting organizational priorities and strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Leading and supporting a multidisciplinary team in a high volume, fast-paced, multi-site healthcare environment
• Being an unrelenting advocate for quality and the safety of our patients
• Driving operational excellence through effective planning, budgeting, process improvement, and resource optimization
• Championing evidence-based practice and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and service delivery
• Inspiring and empowering teams to achieve shared goals while fostering a high-performance, inclusive workplace culture
• Collaborating with physicians, clinical teams, and stakeholders to strengthen interdisciplinary partnerships and improve patient experiences
• Supporting change management initiatives and implementing innovative solutions that improve efficiency and workflow
• Ensuring compliance with relevant healthcare legislation, accrediting and licensing entities, standards, safety practices, and labour relations requirements

What You Bring

The ideal candidate is a strategic and collaborative healthcare leader with a passion for team development, patient care excellence, and innovation.

Qualifications Include

• ART or Bachelor's degree (completed or in progress) in a health-related field, Business Administration, or Health Administration, or equivalent combination of education and experience required
• Master's degree completed or in progress preferred
• Current registration with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologist of Ontario preferred
• Greater than 5 years progressive leadership or management experience, within Laboratory Medicine required
• Recent Microbiology experience strongly preferred
• Leadership in a multi-site healthcare setting preferred
• Sound knowledge of medical laboratory operations, laboratory information systems (LIS) and an awareness of new and emerging technologies and the impact they may have on the provision of laboratory services
• Demonstrated clinical, operational, financial, and human resource management expertise
• Experience with Lean methodologies, process improvement, and change management initiatives
• Demonstrated success leading high-performing teams and fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and growth
• Knowledge of healthcare trends, hospital operations, labour relations, and collective agreements
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to patient- and family-centered care, workplace safety, inclusion, and continuous learning

At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to and welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [e-mail] .

Unless specifically stated, all job postings at Lakeridge Health are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. Lakeridge Health may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the recruitment and screening process. A member of our Talent Acquisition team is actively engaged in the Recruitment and Selection process to ensure a fair and thorough assessment of applicants.

Lakeridge Health thanks all those who apply, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

Conditions Of Employment

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with Lakeridge Health's policies and procedures.

Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.