Manager-Lab Operations (Microbiology)

Mercy; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition support

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Laboratory Manager to lead a high‑performing laboratory team, ensure accurate and timely test performance, and maintain regulatory compliance. You will oversee operations, quality management, fiscal planning, and human resources within a World Class Laboratory framework.

The role emphasizes leadership, customer service, and Mercy Service Standards as part of our mission to transform healthcare with innovation and compassion.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree required.
• Three years clinical laboratory experience.
• ASCP or equivalent certification preferred.

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy! The Laboratory Manager is a leader and part of the provider care team who helps with diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of patient conditions through the use of technical and scientific knowledge.

This position is responsible for ensuring accurate, precise, and timely performance of laboratory tests. Laboratory managers are directly responsible for leading laboratory personnel and operations while assuring compliance and meeting all regulatory requirements consistent with the quality of a World Class Laboratory. This position is responsible for all managerial functions which includes fiscal management, planning and management of lab operations, quality management and Human Resource management. The Laboratory Manager will be required to exhibit excellent customer service skills in line with Mercy Signature Service in all internal and external customer interactions. Mercy Leaders are required to exhibit Mercy Leadership Attributes.Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details

• Education: Associate's Degree required
• Licensure:
• Experience: Three years clinical laboratory experience
• Certifications Preferred

Preferred

• Education: Bachelor's degree
• Licensure: Preferred
• Experience: Three years leadership experience
• Certifications: ASCP or equivalent of a Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Laboratory Technician or appropriate categorical certification
• Preferred Other:

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period. Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

Transforming the Health of Our Communities

Our Mercy health system was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1986. But our heritage goes back more than 195 years. It began with an Irish woman named Catherine McAuley, who was determined to help women and children in Dublin experiencing poverty. Though Catherine had a modest upbringing, she received an unexpected inheritance that allowed her to fulfill that dream. In 1827, she opened the first House of Mercy in Dublin, intending to teach skills to men and educate children. Many volunteers came to help. A few years later, Catherine founded the Sisters of Mercy, one of the first religious orders whose Sisters were free to walk among the poor and visit them in their homes. In 1843, the Sisters of Mercy came to the United States. In 1856, they traveled to St. Louis. In the years to come, they would establish hospitals throughout the Midwest. Many of these would join together in 1986 as Mercy.