Hospital Lab Manager

LabCorp; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

401(k)

PTO/FTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Labcorp seeks a Clinical Laboratory Manager to lead the Core lab at Prisma Health Baptist Hospital in Columbia, SC. The role focuses on directing daily operations, staffing, training, and ensuring compliance with CAP, CLIA, and state regulations.

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in a chemical/biological science, 4+ years in a clinical diagnostics lab, and ASCP/AMT MT certification. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology
• 4 years or more of experience as a Technologist in a clinical diagnostics laboratory
• ASCP/AMT MT certification

Responsibilities

• Direct the daily operational activities of the Core lab and manage both technical and non-technical operations
• Supervise, train, and mentor laboratory staff and coordinate staffing and schedules
• Ensure regulatory compliance with CAP, CLIA, State, ISO and other requirements
• Maintain Lab Information Systems and support continuous improvement in TAT metrics

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Communication

Problem solving

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Biological science

ASCP/AMT MT certification

Tools

Laboratory information systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world's most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise, you'll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people's health around the world. Together, we're improving health and improving lives.

LabCorp is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Manager to join our team at Prisma Health Baptist Hospital in Columbia, SC.

Work Schedule

Generally Monday - Friday (8a - 5p); flexibility required

Job Responsibilities

• Direct the daily operational activities of the Core lab; both the technical and non-technical operations
• Effectively manage the staffing of the department and monitor the production schedule to ensure adequate coverage and proper use of overtime, and adjust as needed
• Directly supervise, train, and mentor laboratory supervisors and have ownership and responsibility for all departmental staff
• Ensure the diagnostics laboratory provides market leading service levels, meeting the needs of our clients and corporate service metrics established for TAT
• Resolve client inquiries and operational issues in a timely manner by consulting with the Medical Director, Technical Director, QA, other laboratory managers, discipline directors, laboratory directors or corporate operations
• Ensure laboratory is compliant with corporate, state and federal regulatory requirements (CAP, CLIA, State, ISO, etc) related to personnel safety and quality of laboratory testing as well as professional conduct
• Assist with developing and implementing laboratory procedures and methods
• Manage staff including recruiting & hiring qualified and enthusiastic employees, performance management, training and development
• Ensure effective communication with leadership, clients, sales, corporate operations, as well as direct reports and all departmental staff
• Conduct departmental meetings and ensure appropriate departmental communication
• Investigate deviations from established procedures to ensure effective corrective action
• Maintain technical knowledge in the assigned department(s) for the laboratory testing
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology
• 4 years or more of experience as a Technologist in a clinical diagnostics laboratory
• ASCP/AMT MT certification

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 years or more of supervisory experience managing several direct reports
• 1 year or more of experience managing people leaders

Additional Job Standards

• In lieu of education requirements listed above, non-traditional degrees with applicable science credits that meet CLIA standards may meet education requirement
• Strong working knowledge of CLIA, CAP and relevant state regulations
• Understanding of laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures
• Proven success in training and developing both technical and non-technical employees
• Ability to solve problems and provide solutions under minimal supervision
• Proficient with Laboratory Information Systems and Microsoft Office
• Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
• High level of attention to detail with strong organizational skills
• Comfortability making decisions in a changing environmentAbility to handle the physical requirements of the position
• Able to pass a standardized color blindness test

At Labcorp we have a passion for helping people live happy and healthy lives. Every day we provide vital information that helps our clients and patients understand their health. If you are passionate about helping people and have a drive for service, then Labcorp could be a great next career step! Join us and discover a path filled with opportunities for growth, continuous learning, professional challenges, and the chance to truly make a difference.

Benefits

• Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan.
• Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO