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Exciting Opportunity at MSK: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) is seeking an experienced Manager, Laboratory Medicine to oversee the Main Hospital Rapid Results Lab (MHRRL). This an exciting opportunity for a laboratory leader with strong expertise in hematology and/or clinical chemistry to support high-quality diagnostic testing, lead a dedicated team of laboratory professionals, and contribute to exceptional patient care.
The ideal candidate will bring a strong technical foundation, demonstrated leadership experience, and a commitment to operational excellence, quality improvement, and staff development in a dynamic clinical laboratory environment.
Role Overview
- Oversee the daily technical and administrative operations of the Main Hospital Rapid Results Lab, ensuring efficient workflows, accurate testing, and timely delivery of results.
- Provide technical leadership and expertise in hematology and/or clinical chemistry, including troubleshooting complex laboratory issues and supporting testing operations.
- Manage, mentor, and develop laboratory staff through effective scheduling, training, competency assessments, performance evaluations, and professional development.
- Ensure compliance with institutional policies, laboratory safety standards, and applicable regulatory and accreditation requirements.
- Collaborate with laboratory leadership, physicians, nursing teams, and other clinical partners to resolve operational challenges and support patient care.
- Lead quality assurance, process improvement, and workflow optimization initiatives to enhance laboratory efficiency and service delivery.
- Oversee laboratory instrumentation, equipment maintenance, inventory, and supply management to ensure uninterrupted operations.
- Support the evaluation, validation, and implementation of new laboratory methodologies, instrumentation, and technologies.
- Participate in budget planning, resource allocation, and financial management to support departmental goals.
- Maintain regulatory readiness through oversight of laboratory documentation, proficiency testing, quality management, and inspection preparation.
Key Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or a related laboratory science field.
- More than 10 years of experience supervising clinical laboratory sections, as specified in the approved job description.
- Strong technical expertise in hematology and/or clinical chemistry, including laboratory testing, instrumentation, troubleshooting, and quality control.
- New York State Clinical Laboratory Technologist license required.
- ASCP MT/MLS certification preferred.
- Demonstrated experience overseeing clinical laboratory operations, managing staff, and maintaining regulatory compliance.
- Experience with laboratory quality management systems, process improvement, and operational performance.
Core Skills
- Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate, mentor, and develop high-performing teams.
- Excellent critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, particularly in resolving complex technical and operational challenges.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across laboratory and clinical teams.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Sound judgment and decision-making skills, with a proactive approach to problem resolution.
- Commitment to quality, patient safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement.
- Ability to drive operational efficiencies, adapt to changing laboratory needs, and foster a collaborative team environment.
Additional Information
- Location: Main Hospital, 1275 York Avenue, New York, NY
- Schedule: 9 am – 5 pm, Monday – Friday, flexibility as needed
- Reporting To: Associate Director, Laboratory Medicine
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Pay Range: $151,300.00 - $249,700.00
FSLA Status: Exempt
Closing:
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