Job Details
Category: Laboratory Location: Lenexa, Kansas Job Function: Operations Job Family: Laboratory Operations Shift: Day Employee Type: Regular, Full-Time Work Mode: On-site
Job Description Laboratory Manager - Lenexa KS Monday to Friday, 800 AM to 500 PM Pay Range: $88,540 per year Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and where applicable certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.
Benefits Information
We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects - physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:
• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental, & vision for FT employees who work 30 hours • Best-in-class well-being programs • Annual no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness • healthyMINDS mental health program • Vacation and HealthFlex Time • 6 Holidays plus 1 MyDay off • FinFit financial coaching and services • 401k pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5 after 12 months of service • Employee stock purchase plan • Life and disability insurance plus buy-up option • Flexible Spending Accounts • Annual incentive plans • Matching gifts program • Education assistance through MyQuest for Education • Career advancement opportunities • and so much more
Responsibilities Has the overall responsibility for the planning, coordination, evaluation, and supervision of all technical and/or operational activities and staff members in the laboratory. Responsible for operating the lab with the highest quality, safety, and integrity in an efficient and economical manner.
Key Responsibilities:
• Plan, assign, and direct work in the laboratory • Serve as liaison with other areas as needed • Mentor and support direct reports in their responsibilities and functions • Identify and implement training programs as necessary to ensure they receive training in supervisory skill development • Define, coordinate, and monitor quality assurance programs and supervise activities of the department Quality Coordinator • Ensure quality control and compliance procedures are followed and QC reports are up to date • Oversee plans and preparations for inspections • Oversee staffing of all personnel in the laboratory • Effectively maintain quality staffing by interviewing, hiring, training, and providing staff development through performance evaluation and corrective counseling • Identify future needs in terms of staff, equipment, and facilities • Submit appropriate documentation for procurement of such • Review test performance, drive process improvements, and project management • Prepare and submit required reports to meet established deadlines • Manage test database • Ensure departmental standard operating procedures and database accurately reflects the current process • Coordinate R&D activities as they relate to operations and actively participate on subspecialty committees, corporate committees, and business unit committees as needed • Develop annual budget and manage department costs and resources to adhere to budget • Resolve problems through interaction with clients • Define, coordinate, and monitor EHS programs and supervise activities of the Department Safety Coordinator • Ensure EHS regulatory standards and safety procedures are followed • Oversee plans and preparations for inspections • Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional, and sanitary condition • Adheres to all established CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and laboratory safety requirements • Required to use a personal protective equipment, engineering controls, and/or work practice controls as directed by management • Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections • Other duties as assigned
This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities but rather a general description of work performed by the position.
Qualifications
Required Work Experience: Minimum of eight (8) years laboratory experience with at least four (4) years direct supervisory experience in a clinical laboratory.
Physical and Mental Requirements The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects: • Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently • Objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally • Objects 36 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted or carried • Objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time. May be required to use a wide variety of manual and automated pipettes and laboratory instruments and apparatuses, all of which demand significant manual dexterity. Knowledge: • Comprehensive theoretical and operational job knowledge in designated specialty required • Knowledge of organizational and departmental policies and procedures Skills: • Proven leadership and problem-solving skills • Must be detail-oriented, have the ability to work independently, establish work priorities, and handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency • Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively with employees, co-workers, and clients • Ability to deal with client information in a confidential manner • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and Outlook, and Laboratory Information Systems.
Education Bachelors Degree in Medical Technology or related field. Preferred: Masters Degree. Licenses and Certifications: ASCP Certification Preferred Current California Clinical Laboratory Scientist license. CA Only Required
Equal Opportunity Employer Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Vets or any other legally protected status.