Medical Laboratory Manager

JDM Recruiters; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative and energetic culture

Fast-paced and innovative environment

Opportunity to make an impact in healthcare

Job summary

A clinical laboratory provider in Chicago seeks a Laboratory Manager to oversee all aspects of the laboratory operations. The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of clinical laboratory experience, including 5 years in a supervisory role. Responsibilities include managing staff, implementing new laboratory techniques, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. This is an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where your contributions can make a real difference in patient care.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years experience in the clinical laboratory, with a minimum of 5 years at the supervisory level.
• Extensive knowledge of clinical and laboratory practices and requirements.
• Ability to manage stressful situations and multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Oversees clinical laboratory staff and all operations of the laboratory.
• Directs staff in the performance of their duties and responsibilities.
• Develop and implement installation of new projects or improved laboratory techniques.
• Define and monitor quality control and quality assurance programs.

Skills

Leadership

Quality control

Problem solving

Communication

Training and supervision

Education

4-year degree in Medical Technology or related Biological Sciences

Certification in Medical Technology

Job description

About the job Medical Laboratory Manager

Our clientis a rapidly growing, Chicago-based clinical laboratory and we're driven to set a new standard in healthcare for patient care and customer support. This means developing the most efficient processes, monitoring operations and test results tirelessly and making our services accessible to patients. We have a dedicated and passionate team of lab technicians, phlebotomist, sales, IT and administrative staff and are looking for a candidate who can make an impact on the organization.

If you are looking to join a massive organization and hide, don’t come here. Our employees work hard and want to make a difference, and if you fit that description, we would love to have you join us.

Laboratory Manager

Our laboratory is currently seeking a Laboratory Manager who will be responsible for all the aspects of the clinical laboratory with guidance from the Laboratory Medical Director to ensure compliance with CLIA, The Joint Commission standards, FDA regulations, OSHA/Safety, including oversight of the offsite lab operations.

The Laboratory Manager will lead in the development, validation, and implementation of new procedures and methods for clinical laboratory applications and will establish strategies, and ensure projects and goals are met.

Role Description:

1. Oversees clinical laboratory staff and all operations of the laboratory.
2. Directs staff in the performance of their duties and responsibilities including oversight for hiring, training, competency assessment, performance evaluations and goal setting.
3. Develop and implement installation of new projects or improved laboratory techniques.
4. Lead and manage the implementation and completion of new procedures, methods, and instruments, as well as ensuring all training, accreditation, and competency standards are met.
5. Define and monitor quality control and quality assurance programs and maintain necessary documentation and ensure methods are in full compliance with policies and procedures.
6. Provide guidance and expertise in the analysis and interpretation of reports to clients.
7. Trains, supervises and assumes accountability for the team.

Simple labs is looking for motivated Director, Technical Operations with:

1. Education: a 4-year degree or higher in Medical Technology or related Biological Sciences such as chemistry, molecular or biology.
2. Certification is highly preferred.
3. At least 7 years experience in the clinical laboratory; with a minimum of 5 years at the supervisory level.
4. Extensive knowledge of clinical and laboratory practices and requirements.
5. Able to organize and execute variable workload and multiple priorities.
6. Demonstrated problem solving, judgment and conflict resolution skills with the ability to provide high quality independent analysis, conclusions, and recommendations.
7. Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions in a manner consistent with the essential job functions and company policies.
8. Ability to effectively cope with change and manage stressful situations.
9. Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a positive attitude.
10. Superior written and verbal communication skills.
11. Someone who embodies our corporate culture, or a "SimpleR"

What does being "SimpleR" look like?

• Radiating positive energy
• Assuming good intentions
• Creating an unmatched patient experience
• Driving clinical excellence
• Taking ownership and delivering results
• Being scrappy

Why our client?

• Our client offers our coworkers the opportunity to be at the forefront of a revolution in healthcare, as well as:
• Collaborative and energetic culture
• Fast-paced and innovative environment
• Chance to make an impact to the organization