Technical Manager, Esoteric Laboratory

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

Req ID: 225342
Location: Central Zone, MacKenzie Building - QEII
Department: PLM Esoteric
Type of Employment: PermanentHourly FT (100%) x 1
Union: MGMT/NON-UnionManagement/Non UnionPosition
Posting Closing Date: 1-Sep-26

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Administrative Director of the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine (DPLM) in Central Zone and in co leadership with the Division Heads for Clinical Chemistry and Hematopathology and the Medical Director Molecular Diagnostics, the CZ Technical Manager Esoteric Laboratories is responsible for the efficient, and effective operation of the following Services: Toxicology, Molecular Diagnostics, Environmental, HLA, Special Immunology, Flow Cytometry, Advanced Coagulation, and Microscopy. The Manager is responsible for the provision of timely, high quality and safe technical services in a highly complex laboratory setting . The Manager will collaborate on the allocation of human and fiscal resources, strategic planning and development to ensure continuous quality improvement and to support the clinical, research and academic mandates of DPLM. The Manager collaborates and works consultatively with all CZ DPLM divisions to ensure services offered comply with laboratory standards and accreditation requirements of multiple accrediting bodies.. The Manager participates on provincial committee/meetings and works with laboratory management across the province as required.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Graduate of an approved MLT program, supplemented by additional formal management and/or leadership training. or completion within 5 years of hire required
• Current licensure with NSRMLS (NSCMLT); Certified with CSMLS required
• 3 years of relevant supervisory/management experience demonstrating progressive accountabilities for financial, strategic and people management to deliver high quality clinical laboratory services
• Excellent leadership, organizational and decision skills in support of patient, family and client-centered laboratory services
• Expert knowledge of evidence-based practices to inform strategy development and organizational planning
• Experience in strategic planning, systems thinking and in collaborative problem solving of complex multifaceted issues
• Demonstrates critical thinking, analytical problem solving and objective decision-making
• Understanding of the principles of project management and demonstrated ability to lead work teams. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast- paced healthcare environment
• Experience in leading change and knowledge and experience related to quality improvement methodologies. (e.g., LEAN)
• Strong presentation and public speaking skills that are responsive to audience needs
• Knowledge of computer systems, including laboratory information systems and document control systems
• Experience analyzing and interpreting laboratory statistical data and monitoring quality and performance indicators and benchmarks
• Expertise in financial planning and personnel management in a clinical laboratory setting
• Demonstrates and follows LEADS leadership capabilities

Hours

• Permanent full time position; 75 hours biweekly

Compensation and Benefits

Pay Scale Type: Management
Band: MGT06
Hourly Rate: $53.59 - $65.65

Successful candidates may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health, dental, and travel insurance; long-term disability and life insurance coverage; and a defined benefit pension plan. Additional wellness, development and employee support programs may also be available.

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.