Laboratory Services Manager: Lead Quality & Innovation

CommonSpirit Health; Park Rapids (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health seeks a Manager of Laboratory Services in Minnesota to lead daily lab operations, drive strategic development, and ensure timely, high‑quality diagnostic testing. You will mentor staff, monitor test quality, and stay compliant with regulatory standards.

You will collaborate with pathologists and clinical teams to optimize workflows and integrate new technologies, while guiding quality initiatives and equipment oversight to support essential diagnostic services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in biological or chemical sciences (as defined by CLIA).
• MLS/MT (ASCP, AMT, or AAB) or equivalent certification.
• IMLS certification or CLS/CLT credentials.
• Various recognized laboratory certifications listed above.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the overall administration of all laboratory operations.
• Monitor employee and departmental performance for policy and procedure adherence.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Develop and implement monitoring systems to improve quality and initiate corrective actions.
• Maintain equipment oversight, maintenance, and procurement.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Quality improvement

Staff mentoring

Operations management

Education

Bachelor of Science in biological or chemical sciences

MLS/MT – ASCP, AMT, or AAB

IMLS

CLS or Technologist (CLT)

Technologist in Molecular Biology

Technologist in Microbiology

Technologist in Hematology

Histotechnologist

Specialist in Hematology or Microbiology

Blood Banking (SBB) or Chemistry (SC) – ASCP

Job description

CommonSpirit Health seeks a Manager of Laboratory Services in Minnesota to lead daily lab operations, drive strategic development, and ensure timely, high‑quality diagnostic testing. You will mentor staff, monitor test quality, and stay compliant with regulatory standards.

You will collaborate with pathologists and clinical teams to optimize workflows and integrate new technologies, while guiding quality initiatives and equipment oversight to support essential diagnostic services.