Technical Manager, Esoteric Laboratories

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Halifax; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Travel insurance

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Pension plan

Wellness programs

Employee development support

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health Authority is seeking a CZ Technical Manager Esoteric Laboratories to oversee Toxicology, Molecular Diagnostics, and related services in a large, complex laboratory setting. You will lead strategic planning, allocate resources, and ensure high quality, patient-centered laboratory services across divisions.

Responsibilities include driving quality improvement, leveraging LEAN methodologies, and collaborating with provincial laboratory management to meet accreditation standards

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved MLT program, supplemented by management/leadership training or completion within 5 years of hire
• Current NSRMLS (NSCMLT) licensure; CSMLS certification required
• 3 years of supervisory/management experience with financial, strategic and people management responsibilities
• Strong leadership, organizational and decision skills to support patient-centered laboratory services
• Expert knowledge of evidence-based practices to inform strategy and planning
• Experience in strategic planning, systems thinking and problem solving for complex issues
• Demonstrates critical thinking, analytical problem solving and objective decision-making
• Understanding of project management principles and ability to lead multi-project work in a fast-paced healthcare environment
• Experience leading change and knowledge of quality improvement methods (e.g., LEAN)
• Strong presentation and public speaking skills for diverse audiences
• Knowledge of LIS and document control systems
• Experience analyzing laboratory data and monitoring quality indicators
• Expertise in financial planning and personnel management in a clinical lab setting
• Demonstrates LEADS leadership capabilities

Responsibilities

• Oversee services in Toxicology, Molecular Diagnostics, Environmental, HLA, Special Immunology, Flow Cytometry, Advanced Coagulation & Microscopy
• Lead allocation of human and fiscal resources and strategic planning
• Ensure continuous quality improvement and accreditation compliance
• Collaborate with CZ DPLM divisions to align services with standards
• Participate in provincial committees/meetings and lab management initiatives

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Public speaking

Decision making

Communication

Education

MLT program

NSRMLS licensure (NSCMLT)

CSMLS certification

Management training

Tools

Laboratory information systems

Document control systems

Job description

Nova Scotia Health Authority is seeking a CZ Technical Manager Esoteric Laboratories to oversee Toxicology, Molecular Diagnostics, and related services in a large, complex laboratory setting. You will lead strategic planning, allocate resources, and ensure high quality, patient-centered laboratory services across divisions.

Responsibilities include driving quality improvement, leveraging LEAN methodologies, and collaborating with provincial laboratory management to meet accreditation standards