Laboratory Operations Manager- Scottsdale, AZ

A healthcare organization in Scottsdale, Arizona is looking for an experienced Laboratory Operations Manager for a full-time, first-shift leadership position.

Position Highlights

• Full-time, 40 hours per week

• Leadership opportunity within a specialized laboratory environment

• Oversee daily laboratory operations, staffing, and departmental performance

• Manage budgets, financial performance, productivity, and operational efficiency

• Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing laboratory teams

• Ensure compliance with CAP, CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and applicable regulatory standards

• Collaborate with physician leadership and senior management

• Drive process improvements, quality initiatives, and organizational growth

• Support employee engagement, recruitment, and professional development

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Laboratory Science, or a related field required

• Minimum 3 years of progressive laboratory operations, healthcare operations, or related healthcare management experience

• Minimum 3 years of direct supervisory or management experience required

• Demonstrated experience with budgeting, financial management, and operational performance metrics

• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills

• Experience implementing process improvements and managing organizational change

• Knowledge of laboratory workflows, quality standards, and regulatory compliance

• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or a related field

• ASCP HT or HTL certification preferred

• Previous management experience in histology, dermatopathology, anatomic pathology, or clinical laboratory operations

• Experience with laboratory accreditation and regulatory inspections

• Experience managing laboratory financial performance and operational growth

Interested in Learning More?

For more information and immediate consideration, please email me at

cecelia@ka-recruiting.com