Manager Microbiology

Methodist Health System; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Dallas Medical Center, part of Methodist Health System, is seeking a Microbiology Manager to lead a high-performing laboratory team in Dallas, TX. The role requires strategic oversight, policy development, and daily operations across 24/7 coverage.

The manager will guide staffing, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with the medical director to sustain patient-centered, process-driven standards. A BS in CLS or related field and MT(ASCP) certification are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Clinical Laboratory Scientist or related area of specialty.
• MT(ASCP), CLS(ASCP), or MT(AMT) certifications/licenses required.
• 5 years of laboratory experience.
• 2–5 years of management experience preferred.
• 5–10 years of microbiology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the microbiology department as a visible, engaged, collaborative manager.
• Formulate plans, organize resources, direct personnel and develop policies.
• Provide 24/7 department coverage and ensure regulatory standards are met.
• Communicate with transparency and emotional intelligence to foster a positive environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or related area

Job description

Hours of Work :

40

Days Of Week :

5

Work Shift :

8X5 Day (United States of America)

Job Description :

Methodist Dallas Medical Center is seeking a Microbiology Manager.

The manager of the microbiology department serves as a visible, engaged, and collaborative leader responsible for supporting a high-performing team. The manager helps to formulate plans, organizes resources, directs personnel and develops policies in the microbiology laboratory as directed by the medical director. The manager has twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week responsibility of the department and sections of the laboratory to ensure implementation of the medical/clinical programs. The manager needs to have the skills to communicate with transparency, professional and emotional intelligence while fostering a positive work environment and maintaining high performance and regulatory standards. This manager will be working with a highly engaged team that is process driven and patient care focused.

Job requirements:

A. Education:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Clinical Laboratory Scientist or related area of specialty;

B. Licenses and/or Certifications Required:
MT(ASCP), CLS(ASCP, or MT(AMT)

C. Related Work Experience:
5 years of Laboratory experience

2 to 5 years of management experience preferred

5 to 10 years of microbiology experience preferred

Methodist Dallas Medical Center is one of North Texas’ best places to work. And it keeps getting better. The flagship hospital of Methodist Health System, Methodist Dallas is a 595-bed acute care teaching and referral hospital. It is home to the only adult Level I Trauma Center in southern Dallas, the first and only Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center in southern Dallas, and the newly renovated Linda and Mitch Hart Breast Center. Celebrating more than 90 years of service, we strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned:

• Magnet-designated hospital
• 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Hospital Review, 2023
• Top 10 Military Friendly Employer, Gold Designation, 2023
• Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly Employer, 2023
• Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
• Liver, kidney, and pancreas transplantation programs