Quest Diagnostics

Hospital & Lab Services Manager

Quest Diagnostics$102K — $184K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years managerial experience in the laboratory industry, preferably generalist background
  • Prior managerial experience in a hospital setting
  • Experience with lean design and workflow processes
  • Knowledge of lab consolidation processes
  • Project management skills preferred
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills
  • Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Biology, or related fields; Master's degree preferred

Responsibilities

  • Manage regional laboratory hospital services and develop integration plans
  • Design, develop, and implement hospital lab management services
  • Ensure timely completion of lab management arrangements
  • Train hospital staff and evaluate project effectiveness
  • Coordinate with internal and external resources for successful operations
  • Maintain relationships with clients and internal team members
  • Provide detailed project status updates and manage ongoing operations

Benefits

  • Day 1 medical and supplemental health coverage for full-time employees
  • Best-in-class wellness programs
  • Annual health assessment program at no cost
  • Mental health support through healthyMINDS program
  • Vacation and Health/Flex Time options
  • Six holidays plus one personal day off
  • Financial coaching and services through FinFit
  • 401(k) plan with company match after 12 months
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Life and disability insurance options
  • Flexible Spending Accounts available
  • Annual incentive plans
  • Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
  • Opportunities for career advancement
Full Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION

Hospital & Lab Services Manager - Perth Amboy, NJ, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Will travel and oversee Perth Amboy, Old Bridge and Carrier Clinic. 

Pay range: $102,500 - $184,150 / year
Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

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. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:
•    Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours 
•    Best-in-class well-being programs
•    Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
•    healthyMINDS mental health program
•    Vacation and Health/Flex Time
•    6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
•    FinFit financial coaching and services
•    401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
•    Employee stock purchase plan
•    Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
•    Flexible Spending Accounts
•    Annual incentive plans
•    Matching gifts program
•    Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
•    Career advancement opportunities
•    and so much more!

The Hospital Service & Implementation Manager is responsible for all Hospital Lab Management and contracting arrangements as a leader of the regional activity and as part of the overall strategy of the Professional Lab Services (PLS) team to service and grow our business through hospital partnerships. 


JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Work as the manager for the Regional Laboratory hospital services and with the national PLS team to develop integration plans based on the structure of the lab management arrangement. 
  • Participate in the identification, design, development and implementation of hospital laboratory management services.  Participate in implementation plans, start up and ongoing management for both internal (regional business needs) and external customer (hospital client) contracting requirements. 
  • Interfaces with internal and external resources to ensure successful and timely completion of the lab management arrangement and the ongoing contract success of operations in accordance with client and company needs.   
  • Participates in training hospital management and/or staff and is responsible for evaluating the project effectiveness and outcome.  Manager is a key player in performance of the project team and evaluates overall team performance. 
  • Works with national PLS manager and leadership as well as the regional SLT to manage and execute implementation plan including directing staff resources (both internal and external), evaluating results, creating documentation of newly created processes and managing overall engagement. 
  • Hospital Service Manager has direct line of responsibility for Quest Diagnostics managers and staff at the client locations, to maintain relationships and communications with hospital client, sales, Professional Lab Services Team, Regional operations and functional partners (procurement, logistics, etc), throughout the duration of the contract. 
  • Regional accountability for a successful and timely client contract launch and ongoing operations.  
  • Provide regular and detailed project status to internal team members and client.  Highlight issues, scope of services, with ongoing monthly and quarterly hospital reporting on productivity, quality, equipment and process flows.  
  • Ensure that any contracted service where Quest Diagnostics contracts a hospital (under lab management or a free standing contract) to provide testing services for Quest Diagnostics stat or off hours RRL coverage is delivered in a high quality and with all contract terms delivered as agreed on. 
  • Manager is a key operations contact for Hospital clients that contract with Quest Diagnostics for testing services to coordinate service level expectations. Coordinate and act as an operations liaison for regional management and scientific directors responses of Quest Diagnostics leadership to ensure hospital client satisfaction as well as to foster and identify regional opportunities for deeper Hospital Lab Management services. 
  • Lead or participate in internal meetings, client meetings or cross-functional meetings.  Responsible for participating in development of project plans, meeting documentation, regional action item management, and any other regional deliverables. 
  • Successfully transition of lab management employees post implementation to the Regional Hospital Service Manager and other functional leaders in the regional team. 
  • Ability to utilize effective management, influencing skills both internally and externally to ensure a successful implementation of all services within scope. 

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Required Work Experience:  

5 or more years managerial experience in the laboratory industry. Generalist background.

Preferred Work Experience:  

  • Prior managerial hospital experience 
  • Lean design/work-flow experience  
  • Lab consolidation experience. 
  • Project Management experience 

Skills:  

  • Strong project management, organizational, and analytical skills. 
  • Strong interpersonal and presentation skills. 
  • Demonstrated management and leadership skills. 
  • Strong client interaction skills. 
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
  • Proficiency with key PC software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). 
  • Results oriented and capable of working independently in the field. 
  • Ability to manage multiple engagements concurrently. 
  • Ability to work in a very dynamic team environment. 
  • Considerable knowledge of the general laboratory services and testing requirements. 

Education

  • Bachelor’s Degree Medical Technology, Biology, or other related sciences. (Required)
  • Master’s Degree Business or Healthcare Administration (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

  • Formal Project Management training (Preferred)

About Quest Diagnostics

Celera is a healthcare business that uses knowledge of human variability to provide new tests and services to personalize disease management. Their Products business develops and manufactures molecular diagnostic products that are used by hospitals and other clinical laboratories to detect, characterize, monitor and select treatment for disease. They have a distribution agreement with Abbott, through which they develop and commercialize a wide range of molecular diagnostic products, with Abbott serving as the distribution partner.

Quest Diagnostics Careers

Joining Quest Diagnostics means becoming part of a team committed to everyday excellence and innovation in health. As a leading provider of diagnostic insights, Quest Diagnostics offers unparalleled job opportunities in the medical and scientific sectors, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking growth and development in their careers.

Work You’ll Do

At Quest Diagnostics, you will contribute to a culture that values integrity and accountability, where your work significantly impacts patient health and community well-being. Our diverse team of professionals leverages cutting-edge technology and data to lead advancements in diagnostics and healthcare solutions.

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Whether you're looking for a position in the lab, a leadership role, or a support function, Quest Diagnostics provides a breadth of opportunities. Our commitment to professional growth includes robust training programs and opportunities for advancement, ensuring that every employee can thrive professionally.

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Join a team where innovation is at the heart of what we do. At Quest Diagnostics, your skills in science, technology, and beyond can help drive transformation in healthcare services. Our collaborative environment encourages creativity and out-of-the-box thinking to improve patient outcomes and streamline processes.

Internship and Employment Opportunities

Start your career path with Quest Diagnostics through our internship programs or full-time employment opportunities. We are committed to hiring talented individuals who are passionate about building a rewarding career in healthcare. Our internships provide a solid foundation in industry-specific skills and networking opportunities, setting the stage for a successful career.

Benefits and Culture

Quest Diagnostics is dedicated to fostering a workplace where diversity and inclusion are embedded in our DNA. From competitive benefits and wellness programs to diversity training and flexible work arrangements, we ensure our employees have what they need to succeed both professionally and personally.

Leadership and Development

We believe in nurturing leadership skills at every level of the organization. Quest Diagnostics offers various leadership programs designed to help you grow as an influential professional. With continuous learning and development, you can expand your expertise and take on new challenges.

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Learn more about Quest Diagnostics
Size
40,000 employees
Market Cap
$17.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.4 billion
Founded
1959
5 Year Trend
+7.5%
Revenue
$9.4 billion
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