LabCorp is seeking a Clinical Lab Manager I to join our DNA/Consumer Genetics team in Burlington, NC! This position will be responsible for overseeing the operations and administration of the clinical laboratory testing. Additionally, the Laboratory Manager will create, implement, and manage the policies, procedures, and practices for optimal performance of the clinical diagnostics laboratory. This is a great leadership opportunity, where you will have the opportunity to facilitate innovation, manage change, and foster teambuilding to provide the highest quality product for our word-class diagnostics laboratory!
The work schedule for this position will be: 1st shift, Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm.
Job Duties/Responsibilities
Direct the daily operational activities of the laboratory; both the technical and non-technical operations
Effectively manage the staffing of the department and monitor the production schedule to ensure adequate coverage and proper use of overtime, and adjust as needed
Directly supervisor, train, and mentor laboratory team members and have ownership and responsibility for all departmental staff
Ensure the diagnostics laboratory provides market leading service levels, meeting the needs of our clients and corporate service metrics established
Ensure laboratory is compliant with corporate, state and federal regulatory requirements (CAP, CLIA, State, ISO, etc.) related to personnel safety and quality of laboratory testing as well as professional conduct
Assist with developing and implementing laboratory procedures and installation of equipment and methods
Manage staff including recruiting & hiring qualified and enthusiastic employees, performance management, training and development
Manage positions within the department to achieve quality, productivity, and meet budgetary goals
Ensure effective communication with leadership, clients, sales, corporate operations, as well as direct reports, departmental staff, and inter-departmental staff
Conduct departmental meetings and ensure appropriate departmental communication
Investigate deviations from established procedures to ensure effective corrective action
Maintain technical knowledge in the assigned department(s) for the laboratory testing
Maintain a clean and safe work environment
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Medical Technology or a related life science. Must meet CLIA & State regulations/requirements.
Minimum 7 years of clinical lab testing experience. 6 years exp. with BS degree in Medical Technology
Minimum 3 years of previous supervisory experience required
ASCP/AMT certification preferred, not required
Previous experience managing people leaders is a plus
Strong working knowledge of CLIA, CAP, AABB, TJC and relevant state regulations
Understanding of laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures
Ability to problem solve and provide solutions under minimal supervision
Proficient with Laboratory Information Systems and Microsoft Office
Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
High level of attention to detail with strong organizational skills
Benefits: All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data. Regular, full-time or part-time employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(K), ESPP, Paid time off (PTO) or Flexible time off (FTO), Commissions, and Company bonus where applicable. For more detailed information, please click here (https://cdn.phenompeople.com/CareerConnectResources/COVAGLOBAL/documents/Labcorp-Benefits-TheWayWeLive-1659629596356.pdf) .
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