Night-Shift Lab Ops Manager, Specimen Processing

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $10,000

Day 1 medical benefits

401(k) with company match

Annual incentive plans

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated is seeking a Specimen Processing Manager in Houston, TX. The role oversees specimen processing, imaging, cytology processing, and tech operations with responsibility for training and daily operations.

The position requires 8+ years in a laboratory setting with at least 4 years supervising in clinical or anatomical pathology labs, plus strong leadership and organizational skills. Salary includes a $10,000 sign-on bonus and a pay range starting at $120,000+ per year.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years laboratory experience with at least 4 years of direct supervisory experience in the clinical or anatomical pathology laboratory.
• Experience directing specimen processing, imaging, cytology processing and related operations.
• Strong leadership, organizational and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Specimen Processing, Imaging, Cytology Processing and Tech Ops and related activities.
• Provide training for personnel and manage daily operations to meet company standards.
• Ensure compliance with policies and maintain a safe, ergonomic, professional environment.
• Maintain low error rates and productivity within established benchmarks.
• Lead projects within the work group and across cross-functional teams.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Project planning

Education

Bachelor's Degree BA/BS

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated is seeking a Specimen Processing Manager in Houston, TX. The role oversees specimen processing, imaging, cytology processing, and tech operations with responsibility for training and daily operations.

The position requires 8+ years in a laboratory setting with at least 4 years supervising in clinical or anatomical pathology labs, plus strong leadership and organizational skills. Salary includes a $10,000 sign-on bonus and a pay range starting at $120,000+ per year.