Laboratory Manager

QUEST DIAGNOSTICS INC; Tazewell (VA); On-site; USD 88,550 - 159,050; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical

Best-in-class well-being programs

401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with a

Annual incentive plans

Education assistance

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics seeks an experienced Laboratory Manager in Lexington, VA, overseeing all technical and operational activities in a high- quality lab environment. You will lead staffing, budgeting, safety, and regulatory compliance while driving process improvements.

The role emphasizes supervisory leadership, QA program management, and coordination with stakeholders to maintain accuracy and efficiency in daily lab operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of eight (8) years laboratory experience with at least four (4) years direct supervisory experience in a clinical laboratory.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or related field; Master’s preferred.
• ASCP Certification preferred; CA CLS license required (CA Only).

Responsibilities

• Plan, assign and direct work in the laboratory; liaise with other areas as needed.
• Mentor and support direct reports; implement supervisory training.
• Define and monitor quality assurance programs; supervise Quality Coordinator/Representative.
• Oversee staffing; hire, train and develop staff.
• Identify future needs for staff, equipment and facilities; procure as needed.
• Review test performance; drive process improvements and project management.
• Manage test database; ensure SOPs reflect current processes.
• Coordinate R&D activities related to operations and committees as needed.
• Develop annual budget and manage department costs and resources within budget.
• Resolve problems through client interactions.
• Define and monitor EHS programs; supervise Safety Coordinator; ensure regulatory compliance.
• Maintain safe, clean laboratory areas and equipment.
• Adhere to CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA safety requirements; participate in inspections.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or related field

Master’s Degree (Preferred)

California CLS license (Required – CA Only)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Laboratory Information Systems

Job description

Job Description

Laboratory Manager - Lexington, VA, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Pay range: $88,550 - $159,050 / year

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits information

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
• Best-in-class well-being programs
• Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
• healthyMINDS mental health program
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time
• 6 Holidays plus 1 'MyDay' off
• FinFit financial coaching and services
• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Annual incentive plans
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Career advancement opportunities
• and so much more!

Has the overall responsibilityfor the planning, coordination, evaluation, and supervision of all technical and/or operational activities and staff members in the laboratory. Responsible foroperating the lab with the highest quality,safety and integrityin an efficientandeconomicalmanner.

Responsibilities

• Plan, assignand direct work in the laboratory. Serve as liaison with other areas as needed.
• Mentor and support direct reports in their responsibilities and functions. Identifyand implement training programs as necessarytoensurethey receive training in supervisory skill development.
• Define, coordinateand monitor quality assurance programs and supervise activities of thedepartment Quality Coordinator/Representative. Ensure quality control and compliance procedures are followed and QC reports are up to date.Overseeplansand preparationsfor inspections.
• Oversee staffing of all personnel in the laboratory. Effectively maintain quality staffing by interviewing, hiring, training andproviding staff development through performance evaluation and corrective counseling.
• Identifyfuture needs in terms of staff, equipment, and facilities.Submit appropriate documentation for procurement of such.
• Review test performance, drive processimprovementsand project management. Prepare and submit required reports to meet established deadlines.
• Manage test database. Ensure departmental standard operating procedures and database accurately reflects the current process.
• Coordinate R&D activities astheyrelate to operations and actively participate on subspecialty committees, corporate committeesand business unit committees as needed.
• Develop annual budget and manage department costs and resources to adhere to budget.
• Resolve problems through interaction with clients.
• Define, coordinate and monitor EHS programs and supervise activities of the Department Safety Coordinator. Ensure EHS regulatory standards and safety procedures are followed. Oversee plans and preparations for inspections.
• Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional and sanitary condition.
• Adheres to all established CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA and laboratory safety requirements.
• Required to use (a) personal protective equipment, (b) engineering controls and/or (c) work practice controls as directed by management.
• Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections.
• Other duties as assigned. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position.

Qualifications

Required WorkExperience

Minimum of eight (8) years laboratory experience with at least four (4) years direct supervisory experience in a clinical laboratory.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects: Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally; objects 36 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted or carried and objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.
• Ability tosit or stand forlong periods of time.
• May be required to use a wide variety of manual and automated pipettes and laboratory instruments and apparatuses all of whichdemand significant manualdexterity.

Knowledge

• Comprehensive theoretical and operational job knowledge in designated specialty required.
• Knowledge of organizational/departmental policies and procedures.

Skills

• Proven leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Must be detail-oriented, have the ability to work independently, establish work priorities and to handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency.
• Interpersonaland communicationskills necessary to deal courteously and effectively withemployees,co-workers andclients.
• Ability to deal with client information in a confidential manner.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) andLaboratory Information Systems.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree Medical Technology or related field. (Preferred)
• Master’s Degree (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• ASCP Certification (Preferred)
• Current California Clinical Laboratory Scientist license. (CA Only) (Required)

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