Manager Lab-Transfusion

Baylor Scott & White Health; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

PTO accrual Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Lab Manager to supervise technical and support staff and oversee daily laboratory operations. The role ensures regulatory requirements are met and test systems are monitored to maintain high quality results.

The position also covers staffing, hiring, performance reviews, orientation, and professional development, with involvement in budgeting and capital equipment planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 4 years of work experience above the minimum qualification.
• ASCP certifications listed may be required or preferred depending on role.
• Experience in a clinical laboratory setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily laboratory operations and staff to ensure efficiency.
• Coordinate scheduling, training, and evaluations of personnel.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and maintain records for QA and audits.
• Assist with budgeting and long-term capital planning for equipment.
• Maintain staff records and participate in professional development plans.

Skills

Laboratory regulations

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Training & development

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 4 years related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

EMR systems

Payroll systems

Scheduling software

Job description

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values Are

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

The Manager of Lab supervises technical and support staff and oversees daily Laboratory operations. This includes ensuring regulatory requirements are met and monitoring test systems. The Manager also supervises staff activities, work assignments, hiring, termination, performance reviews, orientation, and professional development.

Essential Functions Of The Role

• Manages the daily functions of the laboratory to ensure efficiency. Performs all delegated functions as defined by the facility CLIA Director.
• Prepares schedules, coordinates job assignments, and monitors personnel including the selection, orientation, training, assignments, evaluations, discipline, and discharge of employees.
• Ensures staff has the training, experience, and skills needed for their duties by coordinating education, in-services, and orientations.
• Maintains appropriate personnel and patient records in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Assist with budgeting. Provide information about supplies, personnel, and equipment. Seek cost containment avenues. Plan long-term purchases or capital equipment.
• Establishes and implements quality assurance programs and maintains standards and records that document compliance with regulatory agencies.
• Ensures the review of all quality control, proficiency testing, instrument maintenance, and quality assurance records, and any associated corrective action.
• Provides input/support in the selection/purchase of capital equipment and the development of yearly budgets.

Key Success Factors

• Knowledge of laboratory regulations, protocols and procedures.
• Statistical and critical thinking abilities.
• Ability to comprehend and communicate instructions.
• Ability to perform laboratory protocols and procedures.
• Knowledge of safety and infection control standards.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Provides training and opportunities for continuing education.
• Ability to make operational choices about how work gets done, quality and productivity standards, and measurable goals for employees and project teams.
• Ability to use broader targets to regulate how best to use resources to meet schedules and goals.
• Ability to make or approve effective hiring and termination judgments.
• Ability to evaluate and recommend changes to policies, and establish procedures that affect the managed organization.
• Basic business knowledge includes annual planning, goal setting, budget adherence, employee compensation, compliance, and risk management.
• General computer skills include Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling and payroll systems, electronic medical documentation, and email.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications

• EDUCATION - Bachelor's or 4 years of work experience above the minimum qualification
• EXPERIENCE - 4 Years of Experience
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -

ASCP-BloodBanking Technologist (ASCP-BB), ASCP-Chemistry Technologist (ASCP-C), ASCP-Cytogenetics Technologist (ASCP-CG), ASCP-Cytologist (ASCP-CT), ASCP-Hematology Technologist (ASCP-H), ASCP-Microbiology Technologist (ASCP-M), Molecular Biology Technologist (ASCP-MB), ASCP-Pathologist Asst (ASCP-PA), ASCP-Blood Banking Specialist (ASCP-SBB), ASCP-Chemistry Specialist (ASCP-SC), ASCP-Hematology Specialist (ASCP-SH), ASCP-Microbiology Specialist (ASCP-SM): Must have one of the following:

• ASCP-BB
• ASCP-C
• ASCP-CG
• ASCP-CT
• ASCP-H
• ASCP-M
• ASCP-MB
• ASCP-PA
• ASCP-SBB
• ASCP-SC
• ASCP-SH
• ASCP-SM
• CHS-ABHI
• CHT-ABHI
• CLS
• MLS
• MT
• SCT
• SCYM
• SMB

Cert Histocompatibility Spec (CHS-ABHI), Cert Histocompatibility Techno (CHT-ABHI), Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS), Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), Medical Technologist (MT), Specialist in Cytology-ASCP (SCT), Specialist in Cytometry-ASCP (SCYM), Molecular Biology Spec-ASCP (SMB).