Lab Manager- Microbiology

divh2Lab Manager-Microbiology/h2pOur leaders shape strategic initiatives, develop passionate teams, and work to improve health outcomes. Indiana University Health is seeking individuals who embody these values to join our Microbiology leadership team in the role of Lab Manager./ppThe Manager partners closely with Administrative Directors, Medical Directors, Pathologists, Laboratory Leadership, and system-wide stakeholders to ensure excellence in quality, service delivery, workforce management, technical competency, and continuous improvement. This role is a direct people-management position responsible for supervising supervisors and professional laboratory staff within a high-complexity, CAP-accredited and CLIA-certified laboratory environment./ppThe Manager leads assigned team members in alignment with organizational values, policies, and performance expectations. Responsibilities include the ongoing analysis, design, and implementation of processes, systems, and methodologies to enhance operational efficiency and service effectiveness. The role ensures full compliance with all applicable regulatory, quality, and accreditation standards across assigned departments or regions./ppThe Manager is accountable for operational oversight, including financial and resource management, development of departmental and divisional protocols, and monitoring of quality and performance metrics. This position also supports test development activities, contributes to equipment selection decisions, and ensures appropriate implementation of automated and non-automated laboratory technologies./ppThis is a fully onsite role Monday-Friday day shift. Ideal candidates will have previous leadership experience and strong knowledge of microbiology./ppstrongKey Relationships/strong/ppReports to: Molecular Pathology and Microbiology Director/ppDirect Reports: 5/ppstrongCandidate Qualifications/strong/ppstrongQualifications and Experience/strong/pulliBachelors degree required in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or a chemical, physical, or biological science/liliMasters degree preferred in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or a related scientific discipline/liliFive to seven (57) years of experience performing high-complexity testing within the applicable specialty/liliMinimum of two (2) years of leadership or supervisory experience in microbiology or a clinical diagnostic laboratory setting/liliDemonstrated experience managing laboratory quality assurance programs, regulatory compliance, and inspection readiness/liliStrong working knowledge of CLIA, CAP, and other relevant regulatory and accreditation requirements/liliProven ability to plan, manage, and control operational expenses, supply utilization, and inventory within approved budgets/liliFamiliarity with automated and non-automated laboratory testing equipment/liliAdvanced computer skills, including use of laboratory information systems (LIS) and common software applications/li/ulpstrongRequired Skills/strong/pulliStrong leadership, coaching, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities/liliExcellent written and verbal communication skills/liliProficiency with laboratory information systems (LIS) and Microsoft Office Suite/li/ulpIndiana University Health is unlike any other healthcare system and were looking for team members who share the things that matter most to us. IU Health leaders play a crucial role in advancing the mission of our organization and inspiring teams to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients. As one of Indianas largest employers and the most comprehensive medical system in the state, our vision is to lead the transformation of healthcare through quality, innovation and education, and make Indiana one of the nations healthiest states./ppIU Health is the largest health system in Indiana with nearly 40,000 team members, 15 hospitals and $8.64 billion in operating revenue. The systems programs in cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatrics and transplants have received national recognition for quality patient care. IU Health, in partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, bring together highly skilled physicians, researchers, and educators into close collaboration to provide world-class care for children and adults and improve the health of patients and communities across Indiana./ppIndiana University Health is dedicated to a fair hiring process and is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination for all individuals, regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender identity, expression, sexual orientation, or veteran status./ph2About Us/h2ulliIndiana University Health has nearly 40,000 team members, including more than 3,600 physicians and 1,200 advanced practice providers, and were home to the largest nursing network in Indiana with more than 9,000 nursing team members at over 800 sites of care./liliIU Health is ranked No. 1 in Indiana by U.S. News World Report, Riley Childrens Health is ranked among the top childrens hospitals in the country by U.S. News World Report./liliA unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine one of the nations largest medical schools gives patients access to groundbreaking research and innovative treatments, and it offers team members access to the latest science and the very best training advancing healthcare for all./liliWith 15 hospitals, including seven with Magnet designation and eight with Pathways to Excellence designation, our team members are leading the way through excellence./liliAt Indiana University Health, your personal and professional growth is a top priority. You will have access to many diverse opportunities to learn and develop in meaningful ways that matter most to you, such as advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities and cross training development./liliIndiana University Health is invested in the lives of Hoosiers, leading the transformation of healthcare to make Indiana one of the nations healthiest states./li/ulh2About the Team/h2pIndiana University Health is Indianas most comprehensive health system, with 15 hospitals and nearly 40,000 team members serving Hoosiers across the state. Were looking for team members who are inspired by challenging and meaningful work for the good of every patient. People who are compassionate and serve with a purpose. People who aspire to excellence every day./ph2Job Info/h2ulliJob Identification 419657/liliJob Category Allied Health Leadership/liliLocations 350 W 11th St, Indianapolis, IN, 46202, US/liliJob Schedule Full time/liliJob Shift Day/li/ul/div