Laboratory Manager

Academics Public Health; Lahore; In loco; PKR 2.400.000 - 3.400.000; Tempo pieno

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Academics Public Health is seeking an Laboratory Manager to lead day-to-day and strategic operations of the diagnostic laboratory in Lahore. The role ensures accurate, timely test results while maintaining quality and safety standards and driving continuous improvement in service delivery.

The candidate will supervise technologists and technicians, manage workflows, and coordinate with clinicians to ensure high-quality lab services in a fast-paced environment.

Competenze

• Experience with QMS and ISO 15189 preferred.
• Familiar with accreditation requirements and CAP/other standards.
• Ability to lead and develop laboratory staff and teams.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in laboratory information systems and office software.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
• High integrity and attention to detail.

Mansioni

• Oversee all laboratory sections to ensure efficient workflow and turnaround times.
• Plan and manage workload, shift schedules, and resource allocation.
• Ensure timely, accurate reporting and release of test results.
• Coordinate with clinicians and collection centers on service matters.
• Maintain and improve the Quality Management System in line with standards.
• Lead staff supervision, recruitment, onboarding, and performance reviews.
• Support calibration, IQC, EQA, and CAPA activities.
• Prepare for audits and inspections and manage documentation.
• Monitor budgets and cost-control measures.

Conoscenze

Quality management leadership

Accreditation knowledge

People management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Integrity and ethics

Organizational skills

Strumenti

LIS

MS Office

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Job Description

Position Summary

The Laboratory Manager leads the day-to-day and strategic operations of the diagnostic laboratory. The role ensures accurate, timely, and reliable test results, maintains compliance with quality and safety standards, supervises laboratory staff, and drives continuous improvement in service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Laboratory Operations

• Oversee all laboratory sections (e.g., hematology, chemistry, microbiology, immunology, histopathology) to ensure efficient workflow and turnaround times.
• Plan and manage workload, shift schedules, and resource allocation.
• Ensure timely, accurate reporting and release of test results.
• Coordinate with clinicians, collection centers, and other departments on service-related matters.

Quality Management

• Implement, maintain, and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS) in line with ISO 15189, CAP, or equivalent standards.
• Oversee internal quality control (IQC), external quality assessment (EQA/proficiency testing), and instrument calibration.
• Manage non-conformities, investigate root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Prepare the laboratory for internal audits, external inspections, and accreditation assessments.
• Maintain and review SOPs, quality manuals, and controlled documentation.

Staff Supervision and Development

• Lead, supervise, mentor, and evaluate laboratory technologists, technicians, and support staff.
• Participate in recruitment, onboarding, and performance appraisals.
• Identify training needs and organize competency assessments and continuing education.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and professional ethics.

Equipment, Reagents, and Inventory

• Ensure proper installation, maintenance, and validation of laboratory instruments.
• Oversee procurement, inventory control, and storage of reagents and consumables.
• Evaluate vendors and coordinate service contracts.

Safety and Compliance

• Enforce biosafety, infection control, and occupational health and safety practices.
• Ensure safe handling and disposal of biomedical waste.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements (e.g., Punjab Healthcare Commission or relevant provincial/national authorities).

Administration and Reporting

• Prepare performance reports, quality indicators, and management review inputs.
• Manage laboratory budgets and cost-control measures.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient data and records.
• Support the introduction of new tests, technologies, and services.

Job Specification

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS) and laboratory operations.
• Familiarity with accreditation standards (ISO 15189 preferred).
• Excellent leadership, decision-making, and people management skills.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) and MS Office.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• High standard of integrity and attention to detail.