COL-2026-062 | Senior Manager, Lab Operations

Colwyn Group; Orlando (FL); Vor Ort; USD 100.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Relocation assistance

Annual bonus program

4x10 schedule with rotating Saturday

Zusammenfassung

Colwyn Group is seeking a Senior Manager, Lab Operations in Orlando, FL to lead day-to-day operations of a high-volume clinical laboratory, ensuring timely turnaround times and audit readiness. This onsite role oversees multiple testing sections, drives CAP/CLIA compliance, and develops frontline leadership to sustain service excellence and regulatory adherence.

The schedule is 4x10 Tue-Fri 9:00 AM–7:00 PM with a rotating Saturday every 12 weeks; base salary ranges from $100,000 to $150,000 plus

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years of progressive clinical laboratory leadership experience.
• Experience in high-volume, high-complexity core laboratory setting.
• Thorough practical understanding of CAP accreditation guidelines, CLIA compliance, and Florida regulatory requirements.

Aufgaben

• Direct day-to-day operations across high-complexity clinical testing areas to ensure timely turnaround times (TAT) and specimen integrity.
• Monitor operational KPIs, productivity benchmarks, and department budgets to optimize staffing ratios, instrumentation, and consumables.
• Implement and standardize laboratory standard operating procedures (SOPs), safety policies, and workflow methodologies.
• Partner with leadership to evaluate new testing platforms, oversee equipment validations, and execute process improvement initiatives.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Workflow optimization

Lean Six Sigma

Regulatory knowledge

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science

Master’s Degree in Healthcare Administration or MBA (preferred)

Jobbeschreibung

COL-2026-062 | Senior Manager, Lab Operations

Orlando, United States | Posted on 10/20/2026

Colwyn Group is a staffing and recruiting firm headquartered in Austin, Texas, working across healthcare, technology, and executive search. We place candidates with employers across the US.An American Staffing Association member firm.

Job Description

Senior Manager, Lab OperationsLocation: Orlando, FLEmployment Type: Full-Time | OnsiteSchedule: Tuesday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM (4x10 Schedule) with alternating Saturdays every 12 weeksCompensation: $100,000 – $150,000 Base Salary + $7,500 Target BonusRelocation: Relocation assistance available for qualified candidatesPosition OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Senior Manager, Lab Operations to provide operational, technical, and strategic leadership for an established, high-volume, and high-complexity clinical laboratory in Orlando, FL.This role oversees day-to-day operations across multiple clinical testing sections, ensures rigorous adherence to quality and accreditation standards (CAP, CLIA), optimizes key laboratory performance metrics, and develops frontline leadership teams. The Senior Manager serves as an operational bridge between bench-level teams and executive leadership to ensure seamless workflow execution, compliance, and service excellence.Key ResponsibilitiesOperational Leadership & Workflow ManagementDirect day-to-day operations across high-complexity clinical testing areas to ensure timely turnaround times (TAT) and specimen integrity.Monitor operational KPIs, productivity benchmarks, and department budgets to optimize staffing ratios, instrumentation, and consumables.Implement and standardize laboratory standard operating procedures (SOPs), safety policies, and workflow methodologies.Partner with leadership to evaluate new testing platforms, oversee equipment validations, and execute process improvement initiatives.Team Leadership & Staff DevelopmentSupervise, mentor, and evaluate laboratory supervisors, lead technologists, and technical staff.Foster an environment of accountability, collaboration, safety, and continuous learning.Drive succession planning, performance reviews, technical competencies, and leadership development across all shifts.Facilitate smooth shift transitions and cross-departmental communication.Quality Control & Regulatory ComplianceMaintain comprehensive readiness for CAP, CLIA, OSHA, and Florida Department of Health regulatory inspections.Supervise Quality Control (QC), Quality Assurance (QA), and external proficiency testing (PT) programs.Direct investigation processes for deviations, non-conformances, and instrument downtime, establishing robust CAPA plans.Ensure all equipment maintenance, calibration logs, and reagent inventory records remain audit-ready.Stakeholder Relations & Service ExcellenceCollaborate with clinical teams, laboratory leadership, and client service partners to resolve technical issues and escalations.Maintain superior operational standards to meet customer service commitments and client requirements.Required QualificationsLicensure & CertificationsFlorida Clinical Laboratory Supervisor License (Required).Medical Technologist / Clinical Laboratory Scientist Certification (ASCP, AMT, AAB, NCA, or equivalent).EducationBachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or a related Chemical/Biological/Physical Science.Master’s Degree in Healthcare Administration (MHA), Health Sciences, or Business Administration (MBA) is a plus.Experience5+ years of progressive clinical laboratory leadership/supervisory experience.Demonstrated track record operating in a high-volume, high-complexity clinical core laboratory setting.Thorough practical understanding of CAP accreditation guidelines, CLIA compliance, and Florida regulatory requirements.Experience in workflow optimization, staffing management, and Lean/Six Sigma process improvements.Benefits & CompensationBase Salary: $100,000 – $150,000 (dependent on experience)Incentive Bonus: $7,500 annual bonus programSchedule: Compressed 4-day workweek (Tuesday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM) offering regular three-day weekends, with a rotational Saturday every 12 weeksRelocation Package: Financial and logistical assistance available for eligible candidatesComprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage; 401(k) with company match; generous Paid Time Off (PTO) with cash-out options; parental leave; wellness and family support programs