Laboratory Manager

Baylor Scott & White Health; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Laboratory Manager to oversee daily operations and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. This role involves supervising staff, managing budgets, and implementing quality assurance programs. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in laboratory regulations, exceptional critical thinking skills, and the ability to foster a collaborative team environment. Join a dedicated organization focused on the well-being of communities, where your contributions will make a significant impact on patient care and laboratory excellence.

Benefits

401(k) Match

Tuition Assistance

Immediate Time Off Benefits

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 4 years of relevant work experience required.
• 4 years of experience in laboratory management or related field.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily laboratory functions to ensure efficiency and compliance.
• Supervise staff activities, including hiring, training, and evaluations.
• Establish quality assurance programs and maintain regulatory standards.

Skills

Laboratory Regulations Knowledge

Statistical Analysis

Critical Thinking

Team Collaboration

Infection Control Standards

Operational Decision Making

Training and Development

Budget Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Medical Documentation

Job description

Detailed Shift/Schedule: Day shift M-F

Detailed Location: THH Dallas and THH Wax

Specialty : Generalist

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values are:

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits
• Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%
• Debt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more
• Immediate access to time off benefits

At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.

Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level

Job Summary

The Manager of Lab supervises technical and support staff and oversees daily Laboratory operations. This includes ensuring regulatory requirements are met and monitoring test systems. The Manager also supervises staff activities, work assignments, hiring, termination, performance reviews, orientation, and professional development.

Essential Functions of the Role

• Manages the daily functions of the laboratory to ensure efficiency. Performs all delegated functions as defined by the facility CLIA Director.
• Prepares schedules, coordinates job assignments, and monitors personnel including the selection, orientation, training, assignments, evaluations, discipline, and discharge of employees.
• Ensures staff has the training, experience, and skills needed for their duties by coordinating education, in-services, and orientations.
• Maintains appropriate personnel and patient records in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Assist with budgeting. Provide information about supplies, personnel, and equipment. Seek cost containment avenues. Plan long-term purchases or capital equipment.
• Establishes and implements quality assurance programs and maintains standards and records that document compliance with regulatory agencies.
• Ensures the review of all quality control, proficiency testing, instrument maintenance, and quality assurance records, and any associated corrective action.
• Provides input/support in the selection/purchase of capital equipment and the development of yearly budgets.

Key Success Factors

• Knowledge of laboratory regulations, protocols and procedures.
• Statistical and critical thinking abilities.
• Ability to comprehend and communicate instructions.
• Ability to perform laboratory protocols and procedures.
• Knowledge of safety and infection control standards.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Provides training and opportunities for continuing education.
• Ability to make operational choices about how work gets done, quality and productivity standards, and measurable goals for employees and project teams.
• Ability to use broader targets to regulate how best to use resources to meet schedules and goals.
• Ability to make or approve effective hiring and termination judgments.
• Ability to evaluate and recommend changes to policies, and establish procedures that affect the managed organization.
• Basic business knowledge includes annual planning, goal setting, budget adherence, employee compensation, compliance, and risk management.
• General computer skills include Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling and payroll systems, electronic medical documentation, and email.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.

QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION - Bachelor's or 4 years of work experience above the minimum qualification
• EXPERIENCE - 4 Years of Experience
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -

ASCP-BloodBanking Technologist (ASCP-BB), ASCP-Chemistry Technologist (ASCP-C), ASCP-Cytogenetics Technologist (ASCP-CG), ASCP-Cytologist (ASCP-CT), ASCP-Hematology Technologist (ASCP-H), ASCP-Microbiology Technologist (ASCP-M), Molecular Biology Technologist (ASCP-MB), ASCP-Pathologist Asst (ASCP-PA), ASCP-Blood Banking Specialist (ASCP-SBB), ASCP-Chemistry Specialist (ASCP-SC), ASCP-Hematology Specialist (ASCP-SH), ASCP-Microbiology Specialist (ASCP-SM): Must have one of the following:

• ASCP-BB
• ASCP-C
• ASCP-CG
• ASCP-CT
• ASCP-H
• ASCP-M
• ASCP-MB
• ASCP-PA
• ASCP-SBB
• ASCP-SC
• ASCP-SH
• ASCP-SM
• CHS-ABHI
• CHT-ABHI
• CLS
• MLS
• MT
• SCT
• SCYM
• SMB.

Cert Histocompatibility Spec (CHS-ABHI), Cert Histocompatibility Techno (CHT-ABHI), Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS), Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), Medical Technologist (MT), Specialist in Cytology-ASCP (SCT), Specialist in Cytometry-ASCP (SCYM), Molecular Biology Spec-ASCP (SMB).