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)
PRIMARY FUNCTION: Supervise laboratory personnel, daily patient testing, technical consultant and general supervisor.
REPORTS TO: CEO/President
SUPERVISES: Medical Lab Technicians, Medical Lab Technologists, Phlebotomists and Lab Coordinator
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CONTACTS: Internal-Physicians, Nursing staff, CEO, Personnel, Lab Technicians, Lab Technologists, Pathologists and Department Managers External-Associated Pathology Associates, CAP, CLIA, American Red Cross, Local Hospital Laboratory Staff and Vendor Billing departments
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor of Science with MT/MLT and 3-5 years management experience.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Moderate physical demands which includes standing for long periods, walking short distances, bending and light lifting
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Temperature controlled laboratory