Director, Esoteric Laboratory Operations - San Juan Capistrano, CA
San Juan Capistrano, California
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Every day as a Quest career professional, you’ll work in a dynamic, collaborative environment with the latest cutting-edge technology. As a laboratory operations team member, you will play a key role in ensuring that the highest standards of quality, safety, and integrity are upheld while meeting the needs of our patients. And, you’ll be supported by a company committed to helping you grow a rewarding career through cross training and comprehensive learning opportunities.
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- Collaborative
- Efficient
- Focused
- Results-driven
- Quick-thinking
- Organized
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With a world of opportunities in our supportive environment, you’ll take your career to the next level. From collaborating with senior leaders on meaningful work, to on-the-job training, we are committed to fostering your growth, so you can build a successful career. Here is just one example of a career path you can take.
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Job Details
Job Description
The Director of Lab Operations oversees the technical lab operations for units with between $70mm and $400mm in revenue and greater than 500 employees. The Director is responsible through lab managers for quality and timeliness of technical procedures, compliance, and overall lab budget.
Responsibilities:
- Directs and coordinates laboratory activities to insure that services are provided on schedule with quality and cost objectives.
- Insures that all laboratory activities and operations are carried out in compliance with local, state, federal, and governmental regulations and laws.
- Develops and trains personnel within the laboratory and reviews and appraises their performance.
- Establishes laboratory organization plan and delegates responsibilities, authorities and accountabilities to appropriate subordinates.
- Creates and evaluates new procedures and equipment for potential use on the laboratory and recommends new procedures and equipment where necessary.
- Directs, coordinates and oversees major unit projects to the best economic advantage of the corporation.
Qualifications:
Required Work Experience:
- 8+ years professional laboratory experience including 3 years in managerial role is required
- Demonstrated success in overseeing a large department or function, with direct impact on service metrics and financial results
- Bachelor's degree is required; master’s degree is preferred
- ASCP Certification is preferred
Competencies
- Organizational Agility
- Operations Excellence
- Technical Competencies
- Bias to Results
- Organizational Development
- Managerial Courage
- Customer Centric Mindset & Focus
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills
- Servant Leadership Style
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Medical, supplemental health, dental, and vision
From medical, dental, and vision coverage plans designed to meet your needs, to supplemental health plans for an additional layer of financial protection, you can rest assured that your health is high on our agenda.
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Annual incentive plans
All eligible employees are invited to participate in our success in our annual incentive bonus plan payout.
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401(k)
You’re eligible to join the Quest Diagnostics 401(k) Plan on your date of hire. The company will match up to 5% of your annual salary.
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