Pathology Lab Manager at Precision Healthcare Specialists

Fort Myers, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Operations Management, Technical Coverage, Policy Development, People Management, Regulatory Compliance, Quality Assurance, Budget Management, Laboratory Information Systems, Histology, Specimen Processing, Communication, Organizational Skills, Problem-Solving, Staff Training, Performance Evaluation, Accreditation Standards

Industry

Medical Practices

Description

Description Operations Management • Oversee the day-to-day functions of the pathology laboratory, including workflow coordination, staffing, and resource management • Monitor specimen turnaround times, volume trends, and quality metrics, implementing corrective actions as needed • Maintain laboratory instrumentation, equipment records, and supply inventory • Serve as operational liaison between laboratory staff, pathologists, and clinical leadership Technical Coverage • Perform technical laboratory functions on an as-needed basis to support staffing gaps, high-volume periods, or training needs • Maintain proficiency and competency in applicable laboratory disciplines (e.g., histology, specimen processing, or relevant section as defined by department) • Ensure staff competency through direct observation and assessment Policy & Procedure Development • Author, review, and maintain all internal laboratory policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs) • Ensure policies are aligned with CAP, CLIA, OSHA, and other applicable regulatory requirements • Coordinate periodic policy review cycles and manage version control and documentation • Develop and implement corrective action plans resulting from audits, inspections, or quality events People Management • Recruit, onboard, train, and evaluate laboratory staff • Manage scheduling, attendance, and departmental coverage • Conduct performance reviews and support staff professional development • Promote a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement Regulatory & Compliance • Maintain lab readiness for CAP, CLIA, and applicable state inspections and accreditation surveys • Oversee quality control, proficiency testing, and quality assurance programs • Ensure proper documentation practices are followed across all laboratory sections Administrative & Financial • Assist with budget monitoring and expense management • Track and report departmental KPIs to leadership • Participate in vendor management and supply procurement Requirements Required • Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Lab, Chemistry, Biology or related field. • Experience may be substituted for education as described by State of Florida Clinical Laboratory Personnel Statutes. • Minimum of 5 years of Clinical laboratory experience, with at least 1-2 years in a supervisory role • HT or HTL (ASCP) or equivalent certification • Florida Clinical Laboratory Supervisor's license in the specialty of Histology • Demonstrated ability to perform high quality histologic technical functions independently • Working knowledge of COLA, CAP, CLIA, and OSHA regulations and requirements • Experience writing and maintaining laboratory policies and SOPs • Proficient with Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) • Experience in anatomic/surgical pathology settings • Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills • Prefer a familiarity with multi-site or multi-specialty healthcare environments

Responsibilities

The Pathology Lab Manager oversees the daily operations of the pathology laboratory, ensuring efficient workflow and resource management. They also perform technical functions as needed and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.