Zone: Eastern Rural Zone
Location: Burin Peninsula Health Centre or G.B. Cross Memorial Health Centre

Laboratory Operations Manager
Laboratory Services
Permanent Full-time
10352POS
Hours 70 bi-weekly (8 hours; Days)
Salary HL-22 ($76,523-$99,480 per annum)
Competition Number VAC0007292
Posted Date 2025-02-27
Closing Date 2025-03-06
Demands, duties, qualifications

Job Summary

The Laboratory Operations Manager is responsible for the efficient and effective planning, directing, organizing and evaluating of the operations of the Core labs (Haematology, Biochemistry, Histology, Pathology, Transfusion Medicine, Microbiology, Specimen Collection) in the Peninsulas sites (Burin, Clarenville, Bonavista, Grand Bank, St. Lawrence) of NL Health Services. This will be accomplished through strong leadership using participatory management style, effective management of human and financial resources and partnerships with internal and external services. Specific responsibilities will include evaluation of laboratory service; staff selection, development, motivation and performance appraisal; and management of change in a dynamic environment. In addition to direct responsibilities for daily operations within the Core Labs at the Peninsulas sites, the manager provides leadership to staff including operational issues in an integrated health service environment ensuring optimal efficiency and effectiveness while supporting the overall standards, policies and direction of the Laboratory Medicine Program within NL Health Services.

Job Qualifications

Education

A Baccalaureate degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences, technology or a related degree from a recognized/accredited post-secondary institution.

Completion of a recognized/accredited Medical Laboratory Technology Program.

Certificate course in Laboratory Quality Improvement/Management considered an asset.

Master's degree in the applicable area is an asset.

Experience

Minimum of five (5) years' experience with the last seven (7) in clinical laboratory medicine including progressive leadership experience in a clinical lab environment is required.

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

Knowledge and proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite of applications.

Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills.

Demonstrated strong leadership skills focused on supporting and empowering members of the team.

Demonstrated strong critical thinking skills and innovation in problem solving and decision making.

Demonstrated conflict management skills.

Demonstrated effective time management skills with the ability to manage tight timelines and meet deadlines.

Demonstrated strong financial stewardship.

Ability to develop collaborative relationships and interface effectively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.

Ability to work with high degree of independence and initiative.

Ability to manage change and continuous improvement.

Other

Current or eligible for registration with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science

Current or eligible for registration with the Newfoundland and Labrador Council of Health professionals

A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required
Travel may be required throughout the region.

Please submit your resume/cover letter, clearly demonstrating how you meet required qualifications.