Laboratory Manager MicrobiologyMolecular

LabCorp is seeking a Lab Managerto join our team in Tampa FL.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday start time 6am-8am flexible

Job Responsibilities

Direct the daily operational activities of the Microbiology and Molecular departments; both the technical and non-technical operations

Effectively manage the staffing of the department and monitor the production schedule to ensure adequate coverage and proper use of overtime and adjust as needed

Directly supervisor train and mentor supervisors along with responsibility for all departmental staff

Ensure the diagnostics laboratory provides market leading service levels meeting the needs of our clients and corporate service metrics established for TAT

Resolve client inquiries and operational issues in a timely manner by consulting with the Medical Director Technical Director QA managers discipline directors laboratory directors or corporate operations

Ensure laboratory is compliant with corporate state and federal regulatory requirements (CAP CLIA State ISO etc) related to personnel safety and quality of laboratory testing as well as professional conduct

Assist with developing and implementing laboratory procedures and installation of equipment and methods

Manage staff including hiring qualified employees performance management training and development

Ensure effective communication with leadership clients sales corporate operations and all departmental staff

Conduct departmental meetings and ensure appropriate departmental communication

Investigate deviations from established procedures to ensure effective corrective action

Maintain technical knowledge in the assigned department(s) for the laboratory testing

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Chemical or Biological science Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology

5 years or more of clinical laboratory testing experience

Florida Clinical Supervisor Licensure in Microbiology and Molecular

1 year or more of supervising or leading a team

Preferred Qualifications

1 year or more of experience managing people leaders

ASCP or AMT certification

Additional Job Standards

In lieu of education requirements listed above non-traditional degrees with applicable science credits that meet CLIA standards may meet education requirements

Understanding of laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures

Experience working in a high volume laboratory environment

Strong working knowledge of CLIA CAP and relevant state regulations

Proven success in training and developing both technical and non-technical employees

Ability to work independently and within a team environment

Proficient with computers; Familiarity with laboratory information systems

High level of attention to detail along with strong communication and organizational skills

Ability to problem solve and provide solutions under minimal supervision

Comfortability making decisions in a changing environment

Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position

Able to pass a standardized color blindness test

Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs

At LabCorp we have a passion for helping people live happy and healthy lives. Every day we provide vital information that helps our clients and patients understand their health. If you are passionate about helping people and have a drive for service then LabCorp could be a great next career step! Join us and discover a path filled with opportunities for growth continuous learning professional challenges and the chance to truly make a difference. Apply today!

Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical Dental Vision Life STD/LTD 401(k) Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO) Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours Casual Intern and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) who are regularly scheduled toworka 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO. For more detailed information pleaseclick here.

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