Lab Manager, Full-time

Are you a detail-driven lab professional who finds purpose in precision and compliance Home of the Innocents is seeking a Lab Manager to oversee daily operations of our moderately complex laboratory at the Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center (KCC) our pediatric skilled nursing this essential role youll ensure our laboratory services meet the highest clinical and regulatory standards directly supporting the health and safety of medically complex children and young adults.A Day in the LifeThe Lab Manager oversees daily laboratory operations specimen collection equipment maintenance and regulatory compliance under the direction of the Director of Support Services. Youll collaborate with the Medical Director external laboratory consultant and the interdisciplinary team including Nursing and Respiratory Therapy to ensure efficient accurate and compliant laboratory services that promote the highest practicable quality of life for our : Full-time non-exempt on-site. Daytime hours are flexible (can be discussed during the phone interview). May include occasional evening weekend or holiday hours to support departmental and emergent needs. Reliable transportation This Position Contributes to Our MissionPlan develop and manage daily laboratory operations equipment and maintenanceOversee and perform specimen collection and processing within scope of practice ensuring accuracy and regulatory complianceMaintain CLIA certification and ensure continual compliance with federal state and local laboratory regulationsCoordinate with Nursing and Respiratory Therapy to support efficient lab operations including troubleshooting equipment and processing specimensTrain and evaluate team members on laboratory procedures to ensure competency within scope of practiceManage the laboratory budget in collaboration with the Director of Support ServicesSkills and QualificationsRequired:High School Diploma or equivalent; must meet CLIA moderate-complexity testing personnel requirements (under 42 CFR 493.1423)Minimum one (1) year of experience in a clinical lab point-of-care testing specimen collection/processing nursing respiratory therapy or related clinical settingAbility to perform specimen collection QC instrument operation maintenance troubleshooting and result reporting per lab proceduresUnderstanding of CLIA and long-term care regulatory standards (or ability to learn and demonstrate during orientation)Current CPR/BLS certification (provided if needed)Note: Approved training and competency assessment for the Abbott i-STAT and Sysmex XN-430 required prior to independent patient :Experience with CLIA certification processesPhlebotomist CertificationKey Competencies:Strong analytical assessment and critical thinking skillsEHR documentation proficiency and Microsoft Office SuiteSafe patient handling and infection prevention practicesCultural responsiveness compassion and personal integrityEffective time management in a fast-paced 24/7 care environmentWhat Youll Receive as a Valued Member of Home of the InnocentsComprehensive benefits package (Medical Dental Vision AD&D and Life)Generous leave time to ensure work-life balance401(k) with employer matchTraining and certification opportunitiesWho We AreHome of the Innocents is one of Louisvilles longest-serving non-profit organizations approaching 150 years of service to children and families. Our mission is simple and clear: to enrich lives with hope health and are a trauma-informed organization prioritizing safety recovery and strong relationships in everything we do. Our leadership is committed to building a workforce grounded in compassion excellence empowerment and are an organization growing to meet the needs of children and young adults in our community expanding our programs and investing in our campus including the addition of a new wing at the Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center that will double our capacity to serve medically complex Impact3976 children and families served in 202522-acre campus located near downtown LouisvilleSecond largest Residential Treatment Program in KentuckyOnly dedicated emergency shelter for children in the city10 programs supporting children and families across a range of needs including:Therapeutic and residential treatment for youth with complex behavioral and emotional needsEmergency shelter for children in crisisFoster care and adoption supportCommunity-based behavioral health servicesKosair for Kids Complex Care Center (KCC): Kentuckys only pediatric skilled nursing facility providing residential and respite care for children and young adults with complex medical you are passionate about precision compliance and making a difference in the lives of medically complex children apply today to join the dedicated team at Home of the Innocents.