Sr. Manager, Laboratory

Position Overview

A national specialty healthcare organization is looking for a Senior Manager of Laboratory Services to oversee clinical laboratory operations at a patient care facility. The strong candidate is an experienced lab leader who combines strong technical knowledge with operational excellence and a commitment to delivering accurate, timely results that support exceptional patient outcomes.

Core Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day clinical laboratory operations including staffing, workflow, and quality oversight
• Lead, develop, and evaluate laboratory staff including medical technologists, phlebotomists, and support personnel
• Ensure compliance with CLIA, CAP, and all applicable state and federal laboratory regulations
• Oversee laboratory quality management programs including proficiency testing, QC, and corrective action processes
• Manage laboratory budget including reagent costs, equipment maintenance, and labor utilization
• Collaborate with clinical, nursing, and administrative teams to optimize turnaround times and service delivery
• Lead or support laboratory accreditation, inspection readiness, and process improvement initiatives

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related field
• MT(ASCP) or MLS(ASCP) certification required
• 5+ years of clinical laboratory experience with 2+ years in a supervisory or management role
• Working knowledge of CLIA regulations, CAP standards, and laboratory accreditation requirements
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a specialty care or dialysis-related laboratory environment
• Familiarity with laboratory information systems (LIS) and electronic health record integration
• Master's degree in Healthcare Administration, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related field
• Prior experience leading laboratory accreditation or re-accreditation processes

Screening Questions

1. Do you hold a current MT(ASCP) or MLS(ASCP) certification?
2. How many years of clinical laboratory management or supervisory experience do you have?
3. Are you able to work onsite full-time in DeLand, FL?