Lab Manager - CLS

Lab Manager - CLS - Sacramento, CA - Monday to Friday 8:00AM-4:30PM

This position has the overall responsibility for the planning, coordination, evaluation, and supervision of all technical and/or operational activities and staff members in the laboratory. Responsible for performing duties to operate the lab with the highest quality safety and integrity, and in an efficient, economical and businesslike manner. 

Pay Range: $121,660.00 - $206,800.00 / year

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits Information:
We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

• Day 1 Medical/Dental/Vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
• 15 PTO days first year
• Paid Holidays
• Annual Bonus Opportunity
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Variable compensation plan (AIP) bonus
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Blueprint for Wellness
• Tuition Reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate programs for FT employees who work 30+ hours
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Training provided!

• Provides management, leadership, and mentorship to the various lab sections.  
• Represents the laboratory and collaborates with subspecialty and R&D teams, incorporating best practices and serves as a liaison between Laboratory staff and Internal/External clients. Works with Quality and Compliance departments to review, manage, and improve Quality Assurance programs, where necessary.  
• Ensures laboratory staff conducts highly complex diagnostic procedures according to Standard Operating Procedures, including specimen processing, performing test procedures, data analysis and reporting results.  
• Prepares and reviews operational metrics and other data for management review on a regular basis.  
• Acts as the primary liaison between the clinical laboratory and R&D and facilitates technology transfer from development into the clinical laboratory.  
• Mentors and supports direct reports, i.e. Supervisors, QA Specialists and Safety Coordinators in their responsibilities and functions, ensuring they receive training in supervisory skill development. Identifies and implements training programs as necessary.  
• Defines, coordinates, and monitors quality assurance programs and supervises activities of the Quality Assurance Specialist. Ensures quality control and compliance procedures are followed and QC reports are up to date. Oversee plans and preparations for inspections. Manages activities of Laboratory staff in accordance to CLIA regulations and company policies and procedures.  
• Oversees staffing of all personnel in the laboratory. Effectively maintains quality staffing by interviewing, hiring, training and providing staff development through performance evaluation and corrective counseling.  
• Identifies future needs in terms of staff, equipment, and facilities. Submits appropriate documentation for procurement of such.  
• Reviews test performance, drives process and project management, and prepares and submits required reports to meet established deadlines.  
• Manages test database. Ensures departmental standard operating procedures and database accurately reflects the current process.  
• Coordinates R&D activities as it relates to operations and actively participates on subspecialty committees, corporate committees, and business unit committees as needed.  
• Develops annual budget and manages department costs, capital equipment and resources to adhere to budget.  
• Resolves problems through interaction with clients via phone calls or other means of communication.  
• Defines, coordinates and monitors EHS programs and supervises activities of the Department Safety Coordinator. Ensures EHS regulatory standards and safety procedures are followed. Oversees plans and preparations for inspections.  
• Supports CLS Training Program.  
• Other duties as assigned. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position. 

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Work Experience:  

Minimum of eight (8) years laboratory experience with at least four (4) years of direct supervisory experience in the clinical or anatomical pathology laboratory.  

Preferred Work Experience:

N/A

Physical and Mental Requirements:  

Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods. 

Knowledge:  

Must have technical knowledge 

Skills:  

• Must have proven leadership and interpersonal skills  
• Strong organization and planning skills 

EDUCATION
Bachelor’s Degree(Required)
Master’s Degree

LICENSECERTIFICATIONS
Current California Clinical Laboratory Scientist license. (CA Only) (Required)

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While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.

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