Laboratory Manager - Microbiology and Molecular Diagnostics

WVU Medicine; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Morgantown is seeking a Laboratory Manager for Microbiology and Molecular Diagnostics. The role includes managing laboratory services, overseeing staff training and hiring, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and maintaining effective communication. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or a related field and certification as a Medical Technologist. This full-time position offers benefits such as medical and vision insurance, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Four years of laboratory experience with one year in supervisory position.
• Master's degree in Clinical Laboratory Management preferred.
• Experience with quality assurance and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage laboratory services ensuring quality patient care.
• Oversee hiring, training, and evaluation of laboratory staff.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation standards.
• Ensure accreditation readiness and regulatory compliance across laboratory departments.
• Coordinate evaluation, purchase, and implementation of laboratory equipment.
• Communicate effectively within the lab and with other departments to resolve issues.

Skills

Competency with different patient populations

Knowledge in medical technology

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related field

Certification as Medical Technologist or equivalent

WV Medical Laboratory Scientist license

Job description

Laboratory Manager – Microbiology and Molecular Diagnostics

This position manages, coordinates, and evaluates all elements of laboratory services in assigned specialties of the Laboratory in support of quality laboratory service and the hospital's mission of patient care.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education, Certification, and/or Licensure:
• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology (Medical Laboratory Science), Histotechnology, Cytotechnology, chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science OR other Bachelor’s Degree that meets CLIA requirement as listed below: have at least 120 semester hours that at minimum, includes either 48 hours of medical laboratory technology courses, 48 hours of science courses that include 12 hours of general chemistry and biochemistry or organic chemistry, 12 hours of biology, which must include biology and molecular biology or genetics, 24 hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory science.
• Certification as a Medical Technologist, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Histotechnologist, or Cytotechnologist by the ASCP or equivalent certifying body.
• Must possess current licensure as required by state board where services will be provided: OH: None, PA: None, WV: Medical Laboratory Scientist.
• Experience: Four (4) years Laboratory experience with one (1) year of experience in a supervisory position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education, Certification, and/or Licensure: Master’s degree in Clinical Laboratory Management.
• Experience: Five (5) years laboratory experience.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the general management of the laboratory including fiscal responsibility and personnel management in support of the hospital's mission.
• Responsible for the hiring, retention, interview, and recruitment of staff. Assists in orientation evaluations, promotions, salary recommendations, disciplinary action and termination of staff as required. Oversees and participates in orientation, training, and continuing education of staff and other health-related personnel.
• Responsible for the development of and monitoring all personnel and current expense budgets providing information and/or justification of variances.
• Recommends and develops quality cost containment programs for the laboratory services.
• Responsible for departmental management decisions and shares management responsibilities. Participates in the development and review of policies and procedures for the departments.
• Responsible for all laboratory functions in preparation for inspection by accrediting agencies, ensuring compliance and maintaining accreditation.
• Assumes responsibility for the technical functions and supervision of designated laboratories. May delegate certain responsibilities such as reviewing results, counseling employees in a technical capacity, quality control, and general daily operation of section to Lead Technologists.
• Coordinates the evaluation, purchase, and implementation of laboratory equipment.
• Maintains effective communication within the laboratory with patients and other departments as necessary to assure identification of problems and provide problem resolution in support of the hospital's mission of patient care.
• Participates in various activities (i.e., staff meetings, in-service, etc.) to disseminate information to laboratory staff, physicians, nurses, and other allied health personnel by written and/or verbal means.
• Oversees the development, evaluation, and implementation of policies, procedures and protocols as required. Initiates laboratory communication and ensures that information concerning new policies and procedures is available to the technical and clerical staff in a timely manner and incorporated into routine policies and procedures.
• Develops and reviews policies and procedures of the Laboratory to meet the Quality Assurance (QA) standards and accrediting bodies.
• Reviews and evaluates quality assurance reports for legibility, completeness, accuracy, and appropriateness.
• Assures the most economical utilization of time, materials and resources throughout all sections of the laboratory to provide for optimal patient care and efficiency.
• Prepares and evaluates reports depicting department utilization and productivity as reflected by productivity reports.
• Assures continuous personal and staff growth by attending workshops, reading professional journals, attending seminars, giving in-service, etc., as needed.
• May direct and monitor the technical and theoretical instruction, supervision, and evaluation of residents and students of the School of Medicine, and other health related fields.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift or pull up to 25 pounds.

Working Environment

• Cognizant of environmental factors, infection control issues and maintains a safe environment.
• Ability to tolerate foul or unpleasant specimen odors.

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrate competency in service to different patient populations such as neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics.
• Knowledge in both medical technology and management principles.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

This position will lead the Microbiology and Molecular Diagnostics laboratories. Strong organizational and leadership skills are required.

Educational background required is Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Technologist (or appropriate science degree as described in posting) with certification as a MT/MLS.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Management, Science, and Customer Service

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Tuition assistance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k)