Senior Lab Operations Manager

Senior Manager, Laboratory Operations

Central Florida

Permanent | Full-Time | Onsite

$107,100-$148,700

A large healthcare organization in Central Florida is seeking an experienced Senior Manager of Laboratory Operations to provide hands-on operational and technical leadership within a high-volume, high-complexity laboratory. This position is ideal for an experienced laboratory leader who has successfully managed teams, improved workflows, maintained regulatory compliance, and supported large-scale laboratory operations.

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day technical and operational laboratory functions

Provide leadership and development to laboratory supervisors and frontline teams

Monitor staffing, workflow, productivity, quality, and operational performance

Support laboratory process standardization and continuous improvement

Ensure compliance with applicable CAP, CLIA, federal, and state requirements

Oversee quality control and quality assurance programs

Support staffing and resource planning

Mentor and develop current and emerging laboratory leaders

Partner with senior leadership on operational and service-line initiatives

Resolve operational and customer concerns

Promote strong communication across laboratory shifts and departments

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Science, or related sciences

Medical Technologist certification through ASCP, NCA, AAB, or equivalent

Current Florida Supervisor license

5+ years of laboratory leadership experience

Experience within a high-volume, high-complexity testing laboratory

Strong knowledge of CAP, CLIA, and laboratory regulatory requirements

Demonstrated experience leading teams and improving operational performance

Preferred

Master's degree in Business Administration, laboratory management, or a related science

Experience developing laboratory leaders and succession plans

Strong quality, process-improvement, and performance-management background

Schedule

Full-time, onsite

Primarily four weekday shifts

Periodic Saturday rotation

Compensation & Benefits

$107,100-$148,700 base salary

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Family and employee-support resources

Relocation assistance may be available for an ideal candidate

Apply Today

If you are an experienced laboratory leader with a Florida Supervisor license, appropriate MT/MLS certification, and significant experience in high-complexity laboratory operations, please submit an updated resume for a confidential discussion.