Microbiology Laboratory Manager

AdventHealth; Western Springs (IL); On-site; USD 87,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

PTO from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Career Development

Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth is seeking a laboratory leadership role in Illinois to oversee a high complexity lab, drive quality initiatives, and ensure regulatory compliance. The position requires MLS certification, strong leadership, and a focus on patient safety and accurate testing results.

You will manage staffing, budgets, and performance metrics while coordinating with other departments to extend the healing ministry of Christ within a large health system.

Qualifications

• Lead and supervise laboratory staff in a high complexity setting.
• Ensure compliance with CLIA, OSHA, CAP, and related standards.
• Oversee quality control, performance improvement, and safety initiatives.
• Coach and develop team through scheduling, interviews, and evaluations.
• Read and interpret complex test results and provide expert guidance.

Responsibilities

• Oversees staff scheduling to align with workload and minimize overtime.
• Leads and participates in performance improvement activities and quality initiatives.
• Manages budgeting, department metrics, goals, and inventory/labor costs.
• Represents the laboratory in leadership meetings and cross-functional teams.
• Ensures instrument maintenance and troubleshooting of testing processes.

Skills

Laboratory leadership

Quality management

Staff coaching

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

5101 WILLOW SPRINGS RD

City:

LA GRANGE

State:

Illinois

Postal Code:

60525

Job Description:

• Follows safety policies including the use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling, and completes required training for handling hazardous waste.
• May include transport of hazardous waste from the point of generation to a designated secure storage area; employee will be required to complete initial training (prior to handling hazardous waste) and refresher training to include proper handling and transport of hazardous waste, and proper selection, use and disposal of personal protective equipment.
• Provides orientation and training to new employees and medical technology students, documenting the process appropriately.
• Leads and participates in laboratory performance improvement activities, promoting team building, employee engagement, patient satisfaction, and safety.
• Manages budgeting, department metrics, goals, quality initiatives, strategic initiatives, inventory expenses, and labor productivity.
• Oversees staff scheduling, ensuring it aligns with workload and eliminating unnecessary overtime.
• Ensures compliance with accrediting body standards.
• Assess competencies according to regulations and leads quality control and assurance testing.
• Represents the laboratory in leadership or technical roles at organizational multidisciplinary or leadership meetings.
• Manages quality assessment, technical oversight, problem-solving, scheduling, interviewing applicants, and staff performance evaluations.
• Supervises employees in hiring, coaching, or termination with limited supervision from leadership.
• Assists laboratory management with data collection and special projects as assigned.
• Reads, examines, and interprets complex test results, serving as a resource for addressing complex tests and procedures.
• Manages instrument maintenance and troubleshooting practices, performing pre-analytical and post-analytical activities related to laboratory testing.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Technical skills and aptitudes related to laboratory testing, procedures, and processes performed in the assigned department or work area [Required]
• Follows and ensures staff adherence to the Corporate Compliance Plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state, and federal agencies and accrediting bodies; protects confidentiality of patient information and results at all times [Required]
• Ability to work independently and adapt to varying priorities, including directing workflow with minimal supervision [Required]
• Ability to maintain equipment/records and perform quality assessment activities [Required]
• Ability to monitor staff productivity and provide coaching feedback to increase quality and productivity standards [Required]
• Ability to educate and train new staff in medical laboratory settings [Required]
• Able to effectively communicate in verbal and written English with patients, staff, partners, and customers of varied backgrounds in a respectful, effective, and professional manner [Required]
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office. [Required]
• Ability to operate computer systems to maintain patient documentation, testing records, and other related documents [Required]
• Knowledge of applicable regulatory and accreditation standards, rules, and guidelines, such as DNV, CLIA, OSHA, AABB, CAP, and related agencies, as well as the Compliance Plan [Required]
• A high degree of theoretical and practical knowledge and expertise in analytical testing in licensed specialties [Required]
• Ability to apply accurately learned computer-related applications and programs, including using electronic keyboards and other peripheral devices [Required]
• Mature, independent professional judgment and leadership of the team and the ability to handle confidential information within guidelines and applicable regulations [Required]
• Ability to build and maintain effective, productive, and cohesive teams and appropriate peer relationships to facilitate organizational objectives [Required]
• Ability to read text and numbers in English, and comprehend, measure, reason, match, problem-solve [Required]
• Ability to make appropriate decisions in stressful situations and handle multiple priorities and projects [Required]

Education:

• Bachelor's [Required]

Field of Study:

• in a chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution; OR if the field of study does not match, candidate must meet the CLIA equivalency listed in additional information

Work Experience:

• 1+ year of leadership experience [Required]
• 5+ years of clinical laboratory experience [Required]

Additional Information:

• An equivalent combination of education and/or relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of the stated degree requirement:
• Equivalent laboratory training and experience meeting the requirements defined in CLIA regulation 42CFR493.1489(b)(3)(ii): For high complexity testing, equivalent laboratory training and experience includes the following:
• 60 semester hours or equivalent from an accredited institution that, at a minimum, includes either 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses, OR
• 24 semester hours of science courses that include six semester hours of chemistry, six semester hours of biology, and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology or medical laboratory technology in any combination; AND
• Laboratory training including either completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) or the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) (note that this training may be included in the 60 semester hours listed above), OR
• At least three months documented laboratory training in each specialty in which the individual performs high complexity testing; OR
• Successful completion of at least a 50-week official US military medical laboratory procedures training course and currently hold or have held the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician); OR
• Qualified and served as high complexity testing personnel in a CLIA-certified laboratory as of December 28, 2024, and have done so continuously since December 28, 2024.
• Additional licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements.
• Due to regulatory body nomenclature changes in 2022 and 2023, MT(ASCP) and MT(AMT) are denoted now as MLS (ASCP) and MLS (AMT).

Licenses and Certifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) [Preferred]
• MLS (ASCP or AMT) required

Physical Requirements:

• Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/23km2677

Pay Range:

$86,756.80 - $161,387.20

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.