Laboratory Manager

Unified Women's Healthcare; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

PTO & holidays

401(k) retirement plan

FSAs/HSAs

Disability insurance

Parental leave

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Commuter benefits

Pet insurance

Identity theft protection

Professional development

Job summary

Unified Women's Healthcare is seeking a Laboratory Manager to oversee daily operations of the laboratory, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance across Cytology, Histology, Genetics and Molecular Microbiology workflows. The role includes planning workflows, licensing, budgeting, and staff development.

We require 10+ years in lab settings with 5+ years in management of an anatomic and clinical pathology lab, ASCP certification, and a strong focus on quality assurance and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's degree in medical technology or biological sciences.
• Minimum 10+ years of lab experience, incl. 5+ years in managing an anatomical/clinical pathology lab with molecular microbiology.
• Current ASCP certification as MT/LS/CT/HT or equivalent; MB certification not required but desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement new laboratory operations.
• Plan, assign, and direct workflow in the laboratory.
• Acquire and maintain state and federal licenses including CAP accreditation.
• Mentor and support supervisors; provide training and development.
• Define, coordinate, and monitor quality assurance programs; ensure QC and inspection readiness.
• Oversee staffing; hire, train, and manage performance.
• Forecast needs for staff, equipment, and facilities; handle procurement approvals.
• Review test performance, drive process and project management; submit reports.
• Develop annual department budget and manage costs.
• Resolve problems by communicating with clients via phone or other channels.

Skills

Cytology

Histology

Genetics

Molecular Microbiology

Laboratory Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related science

ASCP Certification as Medical Technologist/Laboratory Scientist/Cytotechnologist/Histotechnologist

Job description

Overview

Unified is a nationwide community of providers, operations specialists and thought leaders who look for the greatest opportunities to impact every woman’s health, at every stage of their journeys. We are unparalleled in our scale and ability to adapt to address unmet and underserved needs. Through 815+ clinics, 23 IVF labs, nationwide telehealth capabilities and targeted case management, our 2,700+ independent, affiliated providers deliver comprehensive women’s health services and continuously work to implement methods and develop techniques or platforms that improve the healthcare experience.

The Laboratory Manager plays a vital role in the overall safety of the laboratory and is responsible for managing daily operations of the lab. The laboratory manager takes responsibilities for all aspects of the lab including instruments, equipment, users of the lab and supplies needed to ensure the lab runs smoothly.

Responsibilities

• Help design and implement new laboratory operations.
• Plan, assign, and direct workflow in the laboratory.
• Acquire and maintain all necessary state and federal licenses including CAP accreditation.
• Mentor and support departmental supervisors, ensuring they receive training in supervisory skill development; identify and implement training programs as necessary.
• Define, coordinate, and monitor quality assurance programs; ensure quality control and compliance procedures are followed and QC reports are up to date; oversee plans and preparations for inspections.
• Oversee staffing of all personnel in the laboratory; maintain quality staffing by interviewing, hiring, training, and providing staff development through performance evaluation and management.
• Identify future needs in terms of staff, equipment, and facilities; submit appropriate documentation for procurement.
• Review test performance, drive process and project management, and prepare and submit required reports to meet established deadlines.
• Develop the annual budget and manage departmental costs and resources to adhere to the budget.
• Resolve problems through interaction with clients either by phone calls or other means of communication.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have experience with Cytology, Histology, Genetics and/or Molecular Microbiology preferably in Women’s Health.
• Bachelor's Degree with emphasis in medical technology, chemical or biological science.
• Minimum of 10+ years of laboratory experience, including at least 5+ years managing an anatomic and clinical pathology laboratory that included molecular microbiology.
• Current ASCP certification as a Medical Technologist, Laboratory Scientist, Cytotechnologist, Histotechnologist or equivalent. Molecular Biology (MB) certification by ASCP is not required but would be highly desirable.

Benefits

• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision plans, fertility benefits, and supplemental insurance options.
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, personal days, and paid holidays.
• Financial & Retirement Planning: 401(k) with employer contribution, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs).
• Income Protection: Short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, basic life insurance, and optional additional coverage.
• Wellbeing Support: Employee Assistance Program, commuter benefits, pet insurance, and identity theft protection.
• Professional Development: Opportunities and resources to support career growth.