Manager, Laboratory Operations

Gilder Search Group; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 69,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

Lighthouse Lab Services in Dayton, OH seeks a Laboratory Operations Manager to oversee daily operations across regional ED lab locations. You will lead staff, coordinate scheduling, and partner with physicians to support high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires an Associate's or Bachelor's in medical lab science, ASCP certification preferred, and 1–3 years of leadership in a clinical lab.

Qualifications

• Degree in medical laboratory science or related field.
• ASCP certification preferred.
• Progressive leadership experience in a clinical lab.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership across multiple locations.
• Coordinate staffing and schedules to ensure efficient operations.
• Support recruiting, onboarding, training, and evaluations.
• Manage budgeting, expenses, and workforce planning.
• Maintain readiness for CAP inspections and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Operations management

Budgeting

Staff scheduling

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science

ASCP certification (MLT or MLS/MT) preferred

Job description

Location: Dayton, OH
Schedule: Full-Time | Day Shift

Lighthouse Lab Services is partnering with a leading healthcare organization to identify a Laboratory Operations Manager to oversee laboratory operations across multiple regional emergency department laboratory locations in the Dayton area.

This leadership role is responsible for managing daily laboratory operations, supporting and developing staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining high standards of quality and patient care. The ideal candidate is a collaborative laboratory leader who enjoys balancing operational oversight with hands‑on technical support when needed.

The Role You'll Play:

Leadership & Staff Development

• Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching, and support for laboratory personnel across multiple laboratory locations.
• Communicate priorities, workflow expectations, and staffing assignments to ensure efficient operations.
• Develop schedules and staffing plans to maintain appropriate coverage and staff competency.
• Support recruiting, onboarding, training, performance evaluations, and professional development initiatives.
• Foster a positive, collaborative culture while providing coaching, mentoring, and performance management when appropriate.
• Manage employee timekeeping, attendance, and related documentation.

Laboratory Operations

• Maintain technical competency and perform bench testing as needed.
• Participate in weekend and holiday coverage based on operational needs.
• Troubleshoot technical and operational issues while coordinating timely resolution.
• Collaborate with physicians, healthcare providers, and internal departments to support quality patient care.
• Assist with departmental budgeting, expense management, and workforce planning.
• Ensure laboratory operations remain efficient, compliant, and aligned with organizational goals.

Quality & Regulatory Compliance

• Support quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain readiness for CAP and other regulatory inspections.
• Participate in root cause investigations and implementation of corrective actions.
• Ensure timely completion of required documentation and compliance activities.

Documentation & Education

• Assist with the development, maintenance, and revision of laboratory policies, procedures, and technical documentation.
• Support document control processes and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in training laboratory students, new employees, and existing staff while promoting ongoing professional development.

Safety & Collaboration

• Promote a strong culture of laboratory safety and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure adherence to infection control, PPE, and occupational safety standards.
• Build strong working relationships with laboratory staff, physicians, vendors, and cross-functional healthcare teams.

What You'll Bring:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or a related laboratory science field.
• ASCP certification (MLT or MLS/MT) preferred.
• Minimum of 1-3 years of progressive leadership experience within a clinical laboratory environment.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and team development skills.
• Strong organizational abilities with sound judgment and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work across multiple laboratory locations and support operations across various shifts as needed.
• Experience with clinical laboratory quality systems and regulatory compliance is strongly preferred.

Salary & Benefits:

• $69,000-$100,000 (DoE)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation, sick time, and personal leave

At Lighthouse Lab Services, we offer solutions to help start, grow, and run clinical laboratories. Our recruiting team has over 18 years of proven success placing job seekers in positions ranging from entry-level Medical Technologists to seasoned Laboratory Directors. We recruit nationwide, for permanent and travel positions with clients ranging from small hospitals to large reference laboratories.

It is the policy of Lighthouse Lab Services to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Lighthouse Lab Services is committed to working and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including persons with disabilities.

If at any time during the application process, you need an accommodation, please contact [e-mail] for assistance.

Lighthouse Lab Services | 844-974-1929 | lighthouselabservices.com

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