Lighthouse Lab Services is representing a growing and reputable healthcare organization seeking a Laboratory Manager to lead operations within its Anatomic Pathology (AP) division. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven lab professional with a strong operational mindset and leadership experience to make a lasting impact.

Position Summary:

As the Laboratory Manager, you will be responsible for managing day-to-day operations, optimizing workflows, guiding team performance, and ensuring full regulatory compliance across a multi-site AP practice. You’ll work closely with senior leadership and physician stakeholders to develop and execute strategic initiatives that support patient care, business growth, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct daily laboratory operations, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality, efficient services

• Supervise, mentor, and develop staff, including hiring, onboarding, performance reviews, and conflict resolution

• Conduct team meetings and ensure staff meet all training, certification, and licensure requirements

• Standardize workflows and implement policies that support safety, consistency, and compliance

• Collaborate with leadership to define and implement long-term strategic plans

• Monitor and manage budget performance, including expense controls, AR, and DSO metrics

• Identify and support opportunities for growth, service expansion, and client engagement

• Partner with billing, IT, and operations teams to resolve inefficiencies and improve processes

• Ensure laboratory operations adhere to CAP, CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and other regulatory requirements

• Oversee quality assurance programs, productivity tracking, and internal audits

• Manage lab procurement, vendor relations, and equipment maintenance

• Lead change initiatives such as new test implementation or facility improvements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare, Business, or Life Sciences required; MBA, MHA, or related advanced degree preferred

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in a clinical or pathology laboratory setting

• At least 1 year of supervisory or team lead experience in a lab environment

• Comprehensive understanding of lab operations and regulatory standards (CAP, CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA)

• Proven track record in managing staff, driving performance, and implementing strategic initiatives

• Strong financial and analytical skills, including budget management and reporting

• Effective communicator and collaborator with a proactive leadership style

What We Offer:

• $90,000 - $120,000

• Up to $10,000 sign-on bonus

• Relocation assistance

• Full benefits package: health, dental, vision, 401(k), and more

• Paid Time Off, holidays, and work-life balance

• A collaborative team culture with real opportunities for professional growth

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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