Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world’s most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people’s health around the world. Together, we’re improving health and improving lives.
Labcorp is seeking a Laboratory Manager to join our team in Raritan, NJ .
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30AM-4:00PM
Job Responsibilities
Direct the daily operational activities of the Toxicology department; 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 supervise, train, and mentor supervisors along with 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 for TAT
Resolve client inquiries and operational issues in a timely manner by consulting with the Medical Director, Technical Director, QA, managers, discipline directors, laboratory directors or corporate operations
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 hiring qualified employees, performance management, training and development
Ensure effective communication with leadership, clients, sales, corporate operations and all 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 for the laboratory testing
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology
4 years or more of clinical laboratory testing experience
1 year or more of clinical laboratory testing experience in Toxicology
3 years or more of clinical laboratory leadership experience
Preferred Qualifications
5 years or more of clinical laboratory testing experience
2 years or more of clinical laboratory testing experience in Toxicology
5 years or more of clinical laboratory leadership experience
ASCP or AMT certification
Additional Job Standards
In lieu of education requirements listed above, non-traditional degrees with applicable science credits that meet CLIA standards may meet education requirements
Understanding of laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures
Experience working in a high volume laboratory environment
Strong working knowledge of CLIA, CAP and relevant state regulations
Proven success in training and developing both technical and non-technical employees
Ability to work independently and within a team environment
Proficient with computers; Familiarity with laboratory information systems
High level of attention to detail along with strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to problem solve and provide solutions under minimal supervision
Comfortability making decisions in a changing environment
Ability to handle the physical requirements of the…