Autopsy Pathology Lab Manager – Lead Operations

Northwestern Memorial Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement per year ($10,00

Student Loan Repayment ($10,000)

Professional Development ($1,000)

Wellbeing Fund ($250)

Matching 401(k)

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Life insurance

Annual salary increase and incentive

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine seeks a Senior Manager for Pathology Labs to lead operations, drive quality initiatives, and manage staffing and budgets. The role emphasizes staff development, patient-centered service, and adherence to regulatory standards.

The Manager will collaborate with clinical leadership, maintain performance dashboards, and ensure safe, efficient laboratory services while guiding strategic growth and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Laboratory experience with progressive responsibility.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to plan, organize, and direct activities of others.
• Preferred: Master’s degree; professional certification may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with leadership to advance quality strategies and patient satisfaction.
• Manages budget, staffing, and capital/operating budgets.
• Leads development and implementation of quality and efficiency improvements.
• Oversees staff performance and professional development.

Skills

Operations

Performance

Leadership

Staffing

Quality

Budget

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Northwestern Medicine seeks a Senior Manager for Pathology Labs to lead operations, drive quality initiatives, and manage staffing and budgets. The role emphasizes staff development, patient-centered service, and adherence to regulatory standards.

The Manager will collaborate with clinical leadership, maintain performance dashboards, and ensure safe, efficient laboratory services while guiding strategic growth and continuous improvement.