Laboratory Manager, 10k Sign On Bonus

AdventHealth; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Laboratory Manager to oversee laboratory operations in Ottawa. This role is integral to ensuring high-quality analytical testing and compliance with regulations while managing departmental budgets and staff. The successful candidate will lead initiatives to improve efficiency and quality, all while fostering a collaborative environment. If you have a strong background in laboratory science and leadership, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a supportive and innovative setting.

Benefits

$10,000 Sign on Bonus

Benefits from Day One

Paid Days Off from Day One

Career Development

Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Qualifications

• 5+ years of clinical laboratory experience with leadership capabilities.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific field is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the laboratory and ensure quality control.
• Oversee budgeting, departmental goals, and staff scheduling.

Skills

Leadership

Budget Management

Quality Control

Analytical Testing

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in a chemical, biological or clinical laboratory science

Master's degree in a related field

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems

Job description

Laboratory Manager, Ottawa

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

1. $10,000 Sign on Bonus
2. Benefits from Day One
3. Paid Days Off from Day One
4. Career Development
5. Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
6. Mental Health Resources and Support

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Days

Location: 1301 South Main Street, Ottawa, 66067

The role you’ll contribute:

The Laboratory Manager provides technical expertise and supports system functions through collaboration, standardization, integration and oversight of related services. Actively manages daily operations of laboratory/specialty, within approved operational and capital budgets, meeting departmental goals. Work customarily involves supervision of analytical testing of blood and/or other biological specimens. Responsible for managing assigned selected aspects of laboratory processes or shifts, which may include workflow, quality control process, writing/reviewing procedures, performance improvement activities, training of new employees, advanced problem solving for customers and coworkers, department equipment or computer maintenance and upgrades, or other tasks assigned. Assists department leadership with meeting goals in all areas. May work with analytical testing of blood and/or human biological specimens as needed. Analytical laboratory testing generally requires a moderate to high degree of theoretical and practical knowledge and expertise in licensed area(s). Depending on campus and department, various pre-and post-analytical work processes are included in the work duties customarily performed; on-call hours may also be required. Follows laboratory policies and procedures; maintains quality control practices in the Laboratory. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

1. Manages budgeting, department metrics, department goals, quality initiatives, strategic initiatives, department inventory expenses and labor productivity
2. Manage departmental supply expenses by reducing waste. Introduce and manage cost saving initiatives as identified. Ensures staff scheduling is flexed according to workload. Ensure overtime is justified and casual overtime is eliminated
3. Oversee the Standard Operating Procedures and document control
4. Assess competencies according to (CLIA) regulations
5. Represents the laboratory in either a leadership or technical role at organizational multidisciplinary or leadership meetings

Qualifications required:

1. Bachelor's degree in a chemical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology field
2. Five years of clinical laboratory experience
3. One year of leadership/management experience
4. In licensure states, Laboratory Supervisor Level Licensure in appropriate specialty(ies) for the department or location assignment as applicable to the state
5. -OR -
6. In non-licensure states, must hold a national certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist such as ASCP, AAB, or AMT unless grandfathered per state requirement

Qualifications preferred:

1. Master's degree in a related field
2. Two years of Leadership/management experience

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

Category: Laboratory

Organization: AdventHealth Ottawa

Schedule: Per Diem

Shift: 1 - Day

Req ID: 25011505