Laboratory Manager - Lead Lab Ops & Quality

HealthCare, Inc.; Prescott (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with matching contributions

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

HealthCare, Inc. seeks a Laboratory Manager to lead the laboratory operations at our NEW Community Hospital in Prescott, AZ.

This role blends scientific leadership with regulatory compliance to ensure accurate testing, quality control, and efficient service for patients. You will direct daily activities, manage staff schedules, maintain LIS and equipment, and collaborate with physicians and the Medical Director while promoting safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science, Chemistry, or Biology.
• Minimum two years of management, supervisor, or team lead experience.
• ASCP/AMT certification preferred.
• Knowledge of laboratory regulatory requirements and compliance standards.
• Infection control and laboratory safety protocols.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Experience with laboratory information systems.
• Proven track record in team leadership and project management.
• Normal color vision required (distinguishing faint lines and color variations).

Responsibilities

• Direct daily laboratory operations, including staff scheduling and resource allocation.
• Monitor workload across functional areas to maintain productivity.
• Implement and maintain quality control standards.
• Collaborate with physicians, laboratory staff, and Medical Director on patient care.
• Manage laboratory information systems.
• Oversee equipment maintenance and calibration.
• Lead staff recruitment, training, and development.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and participate in quality assurance programs.
• Manage inventory and supplies.
• Coordinate with pathologists on compliance and documentation.
• Oversee proficiency testing and performance reviews.
• Participate in laboratory, hospital, quality, and pathology meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Quality control

Regulatory compliance

Infection control

Team management

Problem solving

Communication

Color vision

Education

Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science, Chemistry, or Biology

ASCP/AMT certification preferred

Tools

LIS software

Equipment calibration tools

Job description

HealthCare, Inc. seeks a Laboratory Manager to lead the laboratory operations at our NEW Community Hospital in Prescott, AZ.

This role blends scientific leadership with regulatory compliance to ensure accurate testing, quality control, and efficient service for patients. You will direct daily activities, manage staff schedules, maintain LIS and equipment, and collaborate with physicians and the Medical Director while promoting safety and continuous improvement.