Baccalaureate degree in Medical Technology, Histotechnology, or equivalent work experience required.
Medical Technologist (MT) or Histotechnologist (HT) certification preferred.
3-5 years of experience as a Medical or Histo Technologist, with 1-2 years in a leadership role.
Strong technical background in Hematology, Coagulation, and Urinalysis is essential.
Experience managing laboratory operations and team dynamics.
Responsibilities
Lead and manage laboratory staff, overseeing hiring, training, and performance evaluation.
Oversee daily operations to ensure timely and accurate testing for high-quality patient care.
Ensure compliance with safety and accreditation standards, including quality control measures.
Manage budgets, staffing models, and vendor relationships for operational efficiency.
Provide technical guidance and coordinate across departments to resolve issues.
Evaluate and implement new methodologies and process improvements.
Assist in developing quality control procedures and documentation.
Benefits
Participation in the Management Incentive Program.
Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and PTO effective Day One.
Retirement savings plan with employer match.
Tuition Reimbursement for ongoing education.
Opportunities for growth and advancement throughout the organization.
Full Job Description
Employment Type: Full timeShift: Day Shift
Description:
POSITION PURPOSE
Lab Manager for the Core Lab and Blood Bank at Trinity Health Livonia supporting a team of over 40 colleagues.
Responsible for the supervision of the Laboratory personnel engaged in the conduct of routine and/or specialized tests and analyses. Provides a general level of technical and managerial direction to ensure the accuracy and efficiency of services provided by the assigned group, resolve day-to-day problems within the laboratory, ensure or conduct the necessary on-the-job and formal training of subordinates and manages the utilization of resources.
Full-time benefited position scheduled 40 hours per week on-site at Trinity Health Livonia.
Must have a strong technical background in Hematology, Coagulation, and Urinalysis.
MINIUMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION: Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, or university in Medical Technology, Histotechnology or equivalent work experience, or related science required, depending on section(s) to which assigned.
CERTIFICATION: Medical Technologist (MT)/Histotechnologist (HT) - ASCP, or NCLS certification preferred.
EXPERIENCE: Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of progressively more responsible experience as a Medical, or Histo Technologist, one or two years in a leadership role required.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Leads and manages laboratory staff, including hiring recommendations, training, competency assessment, scheduling, performance evaluation, discipline, and payroll verification.
Oversees daily laboratory operations to ensure accurate, timely testing, appropriate test utilization, and high-quality patient care aligned with age-specific, developmental, and cultural needs.
Ensures compliance with regulatory, safety, and accreditation standards; maintains competency, quality control, proficiency testing, and preventive maintenance programs.
Manages budgets, staffing models, inventory, and vendor utilization to meet financial targets through cost containment and operational efficiencies.
Provides technical guidance, troubleshooting, and interdepartmental coordination to resolve operational and procedural issues.
Evaluates and implements new methodologies, technologies, and process improvements; recommends changes to enhance laboratory performance.
Assists in development and maintenance of quality control documentation, procedures, and manuals.
Supports laboratory marketing initiatives through a service-focused approach and collaboration with internal stakeholders.
Participates in education, professional development, and in-service training to remain current with advances in laboratory practice.
Performs additional duties as assigned in support of laboratory and organizational goals.
POSITION BENEFITS AND HIGHLIGHTS
Participation in the Management Incentive Program.
Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability.
Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.
Retirement savings plan with employer match.
Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health
