Outpatient Lab Director

CarePoint Health Management Associates; Bayonne (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation based on experience

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

401K, Retirement savings plan

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

CarePoint Health Management Associates in Bayonne, NJ, seeks a Laboratory Manager to oversee the integration of the Laboratory department activities with the hospital operations. The role demands comprehensive management including supervising staff, maintaining budgets, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's Degree in Laboratory Science, a minimum of five years of laboratory management experience, and necessary certifications. The position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 or more years related laboratory management experience.
• Extensive experience in a clinical laboratory.
• Medical Technologist (ASCP) or equivalent or eligible.

Responsibilities

• Integrates activities of the Laboratory department with other hospital departments.
• Develops quantitative and qualitative operating analysis programs.
• Manages subordinate supervisors in the Laboratory Department.
• Evaluates ongoing laboratory practices for compliance with regulations.
• Coordinates Laboratory purchasing to maintain effective cost containment.

Skills

Knowledge of Spreadsheet software

Knowledge of Word Processing software

Experience with Laboratory Information Systems

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Laboratory Science

Master's degree in laboratory science or Business Administration

Job description

About Us

Welcome to Hudson Regional Health

Technology Transforming Care

Hudson Regional Health is a newly unified healthcare network serving Hudson County through four hospitals.

Together, these hospitals form a single, integrated system with a shared vision—to deliver modern, patient-first care supported by innovation. From robotic-assisted surgery and AI-powered diagnostics to real-time monitoring and precision neurosurgery, HRH is redefining what’s possible in community healthcare.

Patients across the region now have access to state-of-the‑art procedures and nationally recognized specialists, all within a connected, local network designed to put care first.

Our Services

We focus on the care our patients need most, delivered with precision, innovation, and a commitment to excellence.

• Advanced Emergency Services - 24/7 emergency departments across all four hospitals
• Robotic-Assisted Surgery - featuring the Da Vinci XI and ExcelsiusGPS systems
• Neurosurgery & Spine Care - including Stealth Navigation and precision-guided treatment
• Women's Health & Maternity -comprehensive services tailored for every stage
• Imaging & Diagnostics - AI-enhanced systems for faster, more accurate results
• Outpatient & Specialty Care - coordinated care across multiple disciplines

Our Hospitals

Explore our hospitals and discover care that’s high-tech, high-touch, and close to home:

• Secaucus University Hospital, Flagship campus featuring the Robotic Surgery Institute and modernized emergency care.
• Bayonne University Hospital, A full-service community hospital offering personalized acute care.
• Hoboken University Hospital, A local leader in women's health, family medicine, and outpatient services.
• The Heights University Hospital (Jersey City), Expanding access to state‑of-the‑art care in the heart of Jersey City.

What You'll Be Doing

Integrates the activities of the Laboratory department with all other hospital departments in ensuring overall hospital efficiency and cost effectiveness.

Develops ongoing quantitative and qualitative operating analysis programs to establish and maintain the highest degree of cost effectiveness as well as quality assurance and risk management.

Manages subordinate supervisors who supervise employees in the Laboratory Department. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these units. Directly supervises non-supervisory employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; and addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Prepares and evaluates budgets (staffing, capital expenditures, supply and expense and all other costs) and works with administration to maintain current price/cost structure for test procedures pertaining to reimbursement systems.

Participates, provides constructive input and makes recommendations regarding new technology and assesses the need for replacement equipment with managerial support of cost, materials and capital considerations.

Evaluates on an ongoing basis laboratory practices to ensure compliance with all appropriate federal, state and other regulatory body guidelines that govern the laboratory and blood bank.

Oversees the Clinical Laboratory Federal Law Compliance Plan.

Maintains an active role in planning for growth and development of Laboratory programs.

Coordinates Laboratory purchasing with the Purchasing Department to evaluate cost and sources to maintain effective cost containment and inventory control.

Abides by the rules and regulations of Bayonne Medical Center as stated in the policies and procedures, complies with hospital mandatories as well as department requirements.

Performs other duties as assigned; willingness to adapt to changing department demands.

Responsible for daily monitoring, evaluating, and facilitating the revenue collection and clinical documentation process associated with revenue capture. This will include but not be limited to:

• Reviewing patients’ charts for completeness and verifies that all information is accurately documented on the charge sheet
• identifying lost charges and coordinating charge capture
• documenting additions and correcting errors to charge sheet according to departmental standards
• Communicating departmental charging issues to the appropriate department staff
• Providing ongoing education for staff to communicate and improve charge capture and documentation

What We're Looking For

QUALIFICATIONS OF POSITION:

Bachelor’s Degree in Laboratory Science preferred. Minimum of 5 or more years related laboratory management experience. Extensive experience in a clinical laboratory. Master's degree in laboratory science or Business Administration preferred.

LICENSE, REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION REQUIRED:

Medical Technologist (ASCP) or equivalent or eligible

ADDITIONAL SKILLS/REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software. Experience with Laboratory Information Systems required. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of data in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Promotes and delivers optimum satisfaction to customers in accordance with Bayonne University Hospital's Operational Values and Standards of Behavior.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications: When determining the compensation, several factors may be considered including, years of relevant experience, credentials, union contracts, education, and internal equity.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401K, Retirement savings plan
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Opportunities for professional growth, development, and continuing education
• Employee wellness programs and resources

Influenza Vaccinations are a requirement for employment. If you are not currently vaccinated you will be required to receive the vaccination prior to hire date, during the influenza season, if you are offered employment, unless you request and receive an approved medical exemption.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.