Laboratory Manager jobs in Orange, CA

Laboratory Manager manages the daily activities of the laboratory. Develops laboratory policies and procedures and issues updates as needed. Being a Laboratory Manager plans and designs experiments. Estimates the time and resources needed to complete projects. Additionally, Laboratory Manager orders and inspects materials and equipment and maintains detailed and accurate inventory of lab supplies. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. The Laboratory Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Laboratory Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Manager of Laboratory
  • College Hospital Costa Mesa
  • Costa Mesa, CA FULL_TIME
  • Psychiatric hospital in Orange County is looking to hire a Full-Time, Day Shift Manager of Laboratory

    Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for CHCM/CSU roles, including but not limited to shift differential and other special pay practices, etc. The posted compensation for the position is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay at CHCM/CSU in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting.

    **** After applying through Indeed, please visit our website at https://chc.la/ch-costa-mesa-careers/ or https://chc.la/csu-careers/ to download our application. Send your filled out application and resume to our HR email. Thank you ****

    STATEMENT OF PURPOSE

    Supervises, coordinates, and oversees the daily operations. Responsible for the collection and processing of specimens to obtain data for diagnosis and treatment of disease; oversees a wide variety of technical activities to ensure the efficient operation of the clinical laboratory.

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    QUALIFICATIONS

    Bachelor’s degree in science preferred. California Laboratory Scientist license is required while ASCP and/or specialty licenses are desired. Proven managerial skills. Six or more years of experience as a CLS is required and two years in a supervisory position is desired.

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    PHYSICAL DEMANDS

    Occasional sitting. Frequent walking, standing, bending and reaching. Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds. Occasional pulling and pushing of up to 50 pounds. Corrected vision and hearing to a normal range. Finger dexterity. Must be able to identify and distinguish colors. Must be able to concentrate under pressure with frequent interruptions. Often exposure to stressful situations. Occasional public or patient contact.

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    WORKING CONDITIONS

    Frequent exposure to noise. Occasional exposure to Bloodborne pathogens, chemicals, and general cleaning materials.

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    MAJOR TASKS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    (All duties listed below are essential to the job.)

    * Management Accountabilities

    • Manager’s conduct conforms to the Management Principles, Mission, Vision, Values, and Code of Conduct of College Hospital.
    • Provides timely & objective feedback on employee job performance before or within two weeks of performance evaluation due date; rewards exemplary behavior; administers performance improvement plans including disciplinary action as necessary.
    • Documents on-going staff meetings, orientation and in-service training activities.
    • Effectively protects all health information from unauthorized access per HIPAA regulations and all applicable local and state laws.
    • Demonstrates compliance with all applicable standards of regulatory agencies by developing & maintaining policies, procedures & criteria based job descriptions that comply with applicable regulatory & accreditation agencies.
    • Demonstrates the ability to forecast annual budgets for staffing and departmental needs; maintains department monthly expenditures; takes appropriate action to adjust accounts during the budgeted year, i.e. overages.
    • Demonstrates the ability to keep up with the demands of the position: delegates responsibilities appropriately.
    • Demonstrates the ability to make sound judgments by identifying, assessing, and communicating appropriately.
    • Demonstrates the ability to effect, implement and maintain changes.
    • Demonstrates & communicates support for Administration’s goals & directives, and responds to required Administrative deadlines.
    • Attends and participates in required management meetings and seminars.
    • Demonstrates continual professional development: maintains required certifications for position; interviews and selects qualified employees in accordance with current criteria based job descriptions.
    • Attends to personal affairs to avoid any interference with productivity.
    • Demonstrates an understanding of the Hospital’s Fire/Disaster Safety Manual by knowing personal as well as departmental role in the case of a code; has oriented staff to such.
    • Functions with an awareness of patient safety issues and applies basic principles of safety as identified within the facility. Ensures that staff follows the occurrence reporting policy and procedure in reporting any potential safety issues.

    Leadership

     Coordinates intradepartmental services.

     Implements policies and procedures that guide and support the provision of services.

     Determines the qualifications and competence of department/service personnel who provide patient care services.

     Continuously assesses and improves the performance of care and services provided.

     Orients and oversees in-service training of all persons in the department/service.

    * Job Knowledge

     Responsible for quality assurance and quality control programs.

     Responsible for the preparation of payroll records.

     Responsible for the evaluation of personnel in accordance with performance standards.

     Ensures that proper procedures are followed in the safekeeping and administration of blood and blood products.

     Ensures that daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance is done on all instruments.

     Ensures that for each test procedure there is a complete, written, current description and instructions to follow.

    * Planning and Coordinating

     Demonstrates effectiveness in establishing priorities for ongoing clinical laboratory operations; meets deadlines for departmental programs and special projects.

     Oversees daily billing and communicates with Information Systems Department about any problems.

     Oversees billing to outside facilities including CHC.

    * Communicating

     Maintains effective communication with all laboratory staff members, other hospital departments, physicians, and the public.

     In cooperation with the Pathologist and Director, monitors test over utilization, recommends corrective actions as required.

     Monitors proficiency testing, including documentation of review of each individual result that exceeds that stated limit of satisfactory performance.

     Periodically conducts staff meetings for all shifts in an open format to encourage the identification of current issues affecting Laboratory Services staff members, uses the forum as an opportunity for active problem solving.

    * Decision Making

     Implements and maintains an effective preventative maintenance program for the laboratory, ensures that there is a written

    preventative maintenance schedule for all laboratory equipment, monitors compliance and recommends corrective actions as appropriate.

     Establishes and monitors criteria for the immediate notification of the practitioner responsible for the patient when critical limits of specified test results are exceeded, implements corrective actions as required.

    * Staffing

     Consistently demonstrates the ability to utilize available Human Resources in order to maximize the effectiveness of work performed by the Laboratory Services Department.

     Ensures that all licensed Laboratory Services staff members have current valid and appropriate credentials.

     Ensures that there are adequate ongoing education programs and training opportunities for all staff members, including orientation for new employees, relevant in-service education sessions, and comprehensive laboratory safety training in accordance with OSHA regulations.

     Ensures that criteria based performance evaluation standards have been developed for each position in the Laboratory Services Department, revises performance standards as necessary.

     Evaluates all Laboratory staff annually.

     In-services and evaluates new Laboratory staff at 3 month probationary time.

     Makes and/or helps with monthly scheduling

    * Delegating

     Effectively organizes a system of inventory control, monitors a continuing record of materials on hand, ensures proper storage and maintains levels that minimize waste, emergency requests, or unavailability, implements corrective actions as appropriate.

    * Motivating

     Ensures that all employees of the Laboratory Services Department understand their personal role in the event of a fire of internal/external disaster while on duty, regularly reviews department fire and disaster procedures.

    * Controlling

     Reviews rates and procedure codes, supervises the processing, billing and charging of outside laboratory tests.

     Promptly investigates complaints concerning Laboratory Services and takes appropriate actions.

     Ensures that strict confidentiality following HIPAA guidelines are adhered to by all staff members and takes immediate actions with regard to any confidentiality violations.

    * Personal Characteristics

     Willingly accepts responsibility for special projects as assigned by the Pathologist and/or Director.

     Demonstrates a cost-conscious attitude in approving the purchase of department equipment and supplies.

    * Initiative

     Develops and presents recommendations in cooperation with Director to arrange for discounts on particular services as appropriate.

    * Customer Service

     Exhibits behavior that is courteous, compassionate, polite, friendly, and respectful towards patients, visitors, physicians, and coworkers and extends self to make patients, visitors, clinical staff, and peers feel welcome and respected.

    Reports to Pathologist, Director of Laboratory & Cardio-Pulmonary Services

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $107,179.00 - $133,974.00 per year

    Benefits:

    • 401(k)
    • Dental insurance
    • Health insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Vision insurance

    Schedule:

    • Day shift
    • Monday to Friday
    • Weekends as needed

    People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

    Experience:

    • CLS: 6 years (Preferred)
    • Supervisory: 2 years (Preferred)

    License/Certification:

    • California Laboratory Scientist license (Preferred)

    Ability to Relocate:

    • Costa Mesa, CA 92627: Relocate before starting work (Required)

    Work Location: In person

  • 27 Days Ago

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Project Manager Assistant Laboratory
  • ALS Environmental
  • Irvine, CA OTHER
  • Overview Imagine your future with us! At ALS, we encourage you to dream big.When you join ALS, you join a purpose and values-driven team that empowers you to innovate, create, and thrive. Our global t...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Laboratory Asset Manager
  • Mentor Technical Group
  • Irvine, CA FULL_TIME
  • Mentor Technical Group (MTG) provides a comprehensive portfolio of technical support and solutions for the FDA-regulated industry. As a world leader in life science engineering and technical solutions...
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Laboratory Manager - STEM
  • Vanguard University
  • Costa Mesa, CA FULL_TIME
  • Vanguard University Laboratory Manager - STEM POSITION SUMMARY: The Laboratory Manager is a senior staff position of the University and serves the STEM departments. The individual must be competent in...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Laboratory Manager 1
  • University of California - Irvine Health
  • Orange, CA FULL_TIME
  • Updated: Feb 23, 2024 Location: Orange-Campus Job Type: Department: Pathology Job Opening ID: 65385Reports To: CAO; Administrative Director, PathologyWorking Title: Laboratory Manager 1Department: Pat...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Laboratory Manager 1
  • UC Irvine Health
  • Orange, CA FULL_TIME
  • Updated: Feb 23, 2024 Location: Orange-Campus Job Type: Department: Pathology Job Opening ID: 65385 Reports To: CAO; Administrative Director, Pathology Working Title: Laboratory Manager 1 Department: ...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Quality Laboratory Manager
  • Kelly Services, Inc.
  • Valencia, CA
  • #x 9; Responsible for all aspects of Quality Lab Management in compliance with local, state, and federal food safety sta...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Research Development Chemist
  • Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom
  • Irvine, CA
  • Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking a Senior R&D Chemist opportunity with one of our clients, a leading small molecule ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Electronics Lab Manager - Aerospace
  • ALIGN Executive Search
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Job Description Job Description Summary: As an Electronics and Avionic Production and R&D Lab Manager, you will be respo...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Avionics Lab Manager - Aerospace
  • ALIGN Executive Search
  • West Covina, CA
  • Job Description Job Description Summary: As an Electronics and Avionic Production and R&D Lab Manager, you will be respo...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Avionics R&D Lab Manager - Aerospace
  • ALIGN Executive Search
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Job Description Job Description Summary: As an Electronics and Avionic Production and R&D Lab Manager, you will be respo...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Chemist
  • Actalent
  • Irvine, CA
  • Description: Perform and/or assist with analytical testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products. ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Per Diem Phlebotomist
  • University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA)
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Under general supervision, perform phlebotomy duties and assist the clinical laboratory scientist and the laboratory man...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Laboratory Administrator
  • TPIRC and FAI
  • Long Beach, CA
  • Job Description Job Description Job Title: Laboratory Administrator Company: TPIRC Location: Long Beach, CA Hours: Full ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Orange is a city located in Orange County, California. It is approximately 3 miles (4.8 kilometers) north of the county seat, Santa Ana. Orange is unusual in this region because many of the homes in its Old Town District were built before 1920. While many other cities in the region demolished such houses in the 1960s, Orange decided to preserve them. The small city of Villa Park is surrounded by the city of Orange. The population was 139,812 as of 2014. The city has a total area of 25.2 square miles (65 km2), 24.8 square miles (64 km2) of which is land and 0.4 square miles (1.0 km2) of which i...
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