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Quest Diagnostics Incorporated
Laboratory Manager
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A Clinical Laboratory Manager manages laboratory research and procedures for numerous fields such as health, industry, or other natural sciences. Commonly oversees R&D, diagnostic or treatment to allow patients to receive better health outcomes. Responsible for regulatory, health and safety operations during laboratory activities.
$118,324 / year median in Virginia
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Laboratory Manager Quest Diagnostics Incorporated $88,550.00
Responsible foroperating the lab with the highest quality,safety and integrityin an efficientandeconomicalmanner.
Identifyand implement training programs as necessarytoensurethey receive training in supervisory skill development. Define, coordinateand monitor quality assurance programs and supervise activities of thedepartment Quality Coordinator/Representative. Ensure quality control and compliance procedures are followed and QC reports are up to date.
Overseeplansand preparationsfor inspections. Oversee staffing of all personnel in the laboratory. Effectively maintain quality staffing by interviewing, hiring, training andproviding staff development through performance evaluation and corrective counseling. Identifyfuture needs in terms of staff, equipment, and facilities.
Submit appropriate documentation for procurement of such. Review test performance, drive processimprovementsand project management. Prepare and submit required reports to meet established deadlines. Manage test database. Ensure departmental standard operating procedures and database accurately reflects the current process. Coordinate R D activities astheyrelate to operations and actively participate on subspecialty committees, corporate committeesand business unit committees as needed. Develop annual budget and manage department costs and resources to adhere to budget. Resolve problems through interaction with clients. Define, coordinate and monitor EHS programs and supervise activities of the Department Safety Coordinator. Ensure EHS regulatory standards and safety procedures are followed. Oversee plans and preparations for inspections. Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional and sanitary condition. Adheres to all established CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA and laboratory safety requirements. Required to use (a) personal protective equipment, (b) engineering controls and/or (c) work practice controls as directed by management. Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections. 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.
- $159,050.00 / yr flex time, 401(k) United States, Virginia, Pearisburg Jul 29, 2026 Job Description Laboratory Manager
- Pearisburg, VA, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Pay range: $88,550
- $159,050 / year Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained.
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.
Responsible foroperating the lab with the highest quality,safety and integrityin an efficientandeconomicalmanner.
Responsibilities:
Plan, assignand direct work in the laboratory. Serve as liaison with other areas as needed. Mentor and support direct reports in their responsibilities and functions.Identifyand implement training programs as necessarytoensurethey receive training in supervisory skill development. Define, coordinateand monitor quality assurance programs and supervise activities of thedepartment Quality Coordinator/Representative. Ensure quality control and compliance procedures are followed and QC reports are up to date.
Overseeplansand preparationsfor inspections. Oversee staffing of all personnel in the laboratory. Effectively maintain quality staffing by interviewing, hiring, training andproviding staff development through performance evaluation and corrective counseling. Identifyfuture needs in terms of staff, equipment, and facilities.
Submit appropriate documentation for procurement of such. Review test performance, drive processimprovementsand project management. Prepare and submit required reports to meet established deadlines. Manage test database. Ensure departmental standard operating procedures and database accurately reflects the current process. Coordinate R D activities astheyrelate to operations and actively participate on subspecialty committees, corporate committeesand business unit committees as needed. Develop annual budget and manage department costs and resources to adhere to budget. Resolve problems through interaction with clients. Define, coordinate and monitor EHS programs and supervise activities of the Department Safety Coordinator. Ensure EHS regulatory standards and safety procedures are followed. Oversee plans and preparations for inspections. Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional and sanitary condition. Adheres to all established CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA and laboratory safety requirements. Required to use (a) personal protective equipment, (b) engineering controls and/or (c) work practice controls as directed by management. Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections. 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.