Microbiology Manager - Regional Lab

Lee Health; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 88,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Lee Health's Regional Laboratory in Fort Myers is seeking a Microbiology Department Supervisor to manage daily operations and coordinate testing across the system. You will allocate resources, supervise technical and non-technical staff, and ensure efficiency and quality in microbiology services.

Responsibilities include collaborating with leadership to develop policies, driving performance improvement, and maintaining compliance with CLIA, CAP, and Lee Health standards while delivering

Qualifications

• B.S. or B.A. degree required in a relevant field.
• Minimum of two years supervisory experience.
• Florida license: Clinical Laboratory Supervisor required.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the Microbiology department.
• Coordinate activities of technical and non-technical staff.
• Allocate resources for automated processing and related instrumentation.
• Ensure regulatory compliance (CLIA and CAP) and quality standards.
• Collaborate with leadership to develop policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Supervisory experience

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree (B.S./B.A.)

Job description

Location:Lee Health -2776 Cleveland AveFort Myers FL 33901

Department: Lab - Microbiology

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate:$42.09 - $56.83 / hour

Summary

Responsible for managing the daily operations of the Microbiology department at the Regional Laboratory, including all microbiology testing consolidated from across the Lee Health system. Coordinates activities of the technical and non-technical microbiology staff and allocates available resources including automated specimen processing and related instrumentation to ensure efficient and effective laboratory operations. Works closely with the Regional Laboratory Administrative Director, Laboratory Medical Director, and Regional Laboratory leadership team in the development and implementation of microbiology policies and procedures. Coordinates performance improvement activities for the department. Promotes excellent customer service and ensures microbiology services are delivered in accordance with quality and financial standards. Ensures microbiology services are delivered in compliance with regulatory requirements (including CLIA and CAP) and Lee Health policies and procedures. Participates in Regional Laboratory and system leadership functions and collaborates with other leaders across the system as a representative of the department.

Requirements

Education: B.S. or B.A. degree required.

Experience: Minimum of two years supervisory experience required.

Certification: N/A

License: State of Florida Department of Health, Clinical Laboratory Supervisor required.

Other: Must demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrates and promotes teamwork, cooperation and excellent customer service skills. Requires strong analytical skills, good time management skills, and the ability to solve problems.

US:FL:Fort Myers