Laboratory Manager

Laboratory Manager – Wooster, OH

Lighthouse Lab Services is excited to partner with a small community hospital located in Wooster, OH that is seeking a Laboratory Manager to oversee daily operations within their CLIA-certified clinical laboratory.

Position Summary:
The Laboratory Manager will be responsible for the overall management of the laboratory, including supervising staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, maintaining quality standards, and supporting the hospital’s mission of delivering excellent patient care. This position requires strong leadership skills, technical expertise, and the ability to work collaboratively with medical staff, administrators, and external regulatory agencies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operations of the clinical laboratory to ensure timely and accurate testing.

• Hire, train, schedule, and supervise laboratory staff.

• Maintain compliance with CLIA, CAP, Joint Commission, and state regulations.

• Develop, implement, and monitor laboratory policies and procedures.

• Manage quality assurance, quality control, and proficiency testing programs.

• Prepare and manage the laboratory budget, including supplies and equipment.

• Collaborate with medical and administrative leadership on laboratory initiatives and improvements.

• Serve as the primary contact during inspections and audits.

• Stay current on advances in laboratory medicine and regulatory requirements.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related field (required).

• ASCP or equivalent certification (required).

• Minimum of 5 years of clinical laboratory experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.

• Strong knowledge of CLIA and other regulatory standards.

• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Schedule & Compensation:

• Full-time, day shift

• Salary range: $85,000 – $105,000/year , commensurate with experience

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement plan, and PTO

About Us:

At Lighthouse Lab Services, we offer solutions to help start, grow, and run clinical laboratories. Our recruiting team has over 22 years of proven success placing job seekers in positions ranging from entry-level Medical Technologists to seasoned Laboratory Directors. We recruit nationwide, for permanent and travel positions with clients ranging from small hospitals to large reference laboratories.

It is the policy of Lighthouse Lab Services to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Lighthouse Lab Services will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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