Manager, Laboratory Operations, Full Time Days, Hackettstown and Newton, NJ

Atlantic Health System; Newton, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Health System in New Jersey seeks a Manager of Laboratory Operations to oversee laboratory operations, ensure timely and accurate testing, manage staff, maintain equipment, and enforce safety and regulatory compliance in support of patient care.

The role emphasizes leadership, budgeting, regulatory readiness, and continuous improvement across site locations, with collaboration with clinicians and administration to optimize quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a clinical laboratory or operations team.
• Strong budgeting, financial tracking and cost-control skills.
• Proven ability to maintain quality and safety standards.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and inspection readiness.
• Effective communication with clinicians and administration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee laboratory operations across site locations to ensure timely testing.
• Lead team members, set performance expectations, and foster growth.
• Manage departmental budgets and inventory to avoid variances.
• Ensure compliance with safety, PPE and regulatory standards.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Quality management

Regulatory compliance

Team management

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

HIS

LIS

Management software

Job description

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