Molecular Microbiology Lab Manager - Day Shift Leader

STAFF ICONS, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

STAFF ICONS, LLC is seeking a Molecular/Microbiology Clinical Laboratory Manager to oversee 24/7 operations and overall management of assigned clinical services, reporting to Medical Director and Administrative Leadership.

Responsibilities include directing day-to-day operations, leading supervisors and staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, quality programs, and budget oversight. Strong emphasis on policy development, training, and performance management.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of management experience in a healthcare, clinical, or regulated environment.
• Experience with regulatory compliance, quality management, and operational leadership.
• Must have experience in the Molecular and Microbiology lab.
• Bachelor of Science degree required; Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct the day-to-day operations of assigned departments and services.
• Provide leadership and oversight to supervisors and technical staff, ensuring efficient workflow and service delivery.
• Conduct regular meetings with leadership and operational personnel to review performance, priorities, and initiatives.
• Represent the department in organizational committees, meetings, and cross-functional initiatives.
• Perform all responsibilities inherent to a management role and other duties as assigned.
• Lead recruitment, hiring, scheduling, performance management, and disciplinary actions for staff.
• Verify employee credentials, certifications, and educational requirements.
• Maintain personnel records in accordance with organizational and regulatory standards.
• Oversee onboarding, training, continuing education, and professional development programs.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace environment.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and licensing requirements.
• Maintain readiness for inspections, surveys, and audits.
• Manage responses to regulatory findings and oversee corrective action plans.
• Maintain current knowledge of regulatory standards and requirements.
• Assist in preparing applications, submissions, and documentation for regulatory and accreditation agencies.
• Oversee quality assurance, quality control, proficiency testing, and equipment maintenance programs.
• Investigate service complaints, delays, and operational issues; implement corrective actions and monitor outcomes.
• Monitor and report quality metrics, operational statistics, and performance indicators.
• Ensure all systems, processes, and procedures are validated before implementation.
• Drive continuous process improvement initiatives to enhance service quality, efficiency, and patient outcomes.
• Develop, implement, and maintain departmental policies and procedures.
• Ensure technical, operational, administrative, and information system procedures are current and accurately documented.
• Maintain records of policy revisions and historical documentation.
• Evaluate and implement new technologies, equipment, methodologies, and operational processes in collaboration with leadership.
• Partner with leadership to develop annual operating and capital budgets.
• Assist in the preparation of business plans and strategic initiatives.
• Monitor departmental expenses, budget performance, and financial trends.
• Review expenditures and invoices to ensure financial accuracy and accountability.
• Manage payroll processes and oversee labor utilization, including overtime control.
• Contribute to the development and execution of departmental strategic plans.
• Develop staffing, equipment, technology, and operational plans to support organizational objectives.
• Advise leadership on growth opportunities, operational improvements, and resource allocation strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Quality management

Operations management

Molecular biology

Staff development

Education

Bachelor of Science

Master's degree

Job description

STAFF ICONS, LLC is seeking a Molecular/Microbiology Clinical Laboratory Manager to oversee 24/7 operations and overall management of assigned clinical services, reporting to Medical Director and Administrative Leadership.

Responsibilities include directing day-to-day operations, leading supervisors and staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, quality programs, and budget oversight. Strong emphasis on policy development, training, and performance management.