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How much do laboratory operations manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for laboratory operations manager in Springfield, IL is $62,892.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,600.00 and $76,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Laboratory Operations Manager vs Laboratory Supervisor?

AspectLaboratory Operations ManagerLaboratory Supervisor
CredentialsBachelor’s degree in science or related field; certifications may be preferredAssociate’s or Bachelor’s degree; relevant certifications
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple labs or departments, strategic planningSupervises daily lab activities, direct team oversight
ResponsibilitiesManaging operations, budgets, compliance, staff managementSupervising technicians, ensuring quality control, daily task management

The Laboratory Operations Manager focuses on overall lab management, strategic planning, and compliance, while the Laboratory Supervisor handles daily supervision of lab staff and operational tasks. Both roles require relevant science credentials, but the manager role involves broader responsibilities and higher-level decision-making.

What does a laboratory operations manager do?

A Laboratory Operations Manager oversees the daily operations of a laboratory, ensuring that all processes run efficiently and safely. They are responsible for managing staff, maintaining compliance with regulations, overseeing budgets, and ensuring quality control. Their role also involves coordinating with other departments, implementing new procedures, and troubleshooting operational issues to keep laboratory activities on track.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a laboratory operations manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Laboratory Operations Manager, you need a solid background in laboratory science, management experience, and typically a bachelor's or advanced degree in a related field. Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS), quality assurance protocols, and regulatory compliance certifications like CLIA or CAP accreditation is crucial. Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills, along with effective communication, set top performers apart. These competencies ensure efficient laboratory operations, regulatory compliance, and high-quality results critical to scientific and healthcare outcomes.

What are some common challenges faced by laboratory operations managers, and how can they be addressed?

Laboratory Operations Managers often encounter challenges such as maintaining compliance with safety and regulatory standards, managing diverse teams, and optimizing workflow efficiency. Balancing administrative duties with hands-on problem-solving and ensuring all staff are properly trained on protocols are also common issues. Addressing these challenges typically involves ongoing staff training, implementing robust quality management systems, and fostering clear communication between team members and other departments. Proactively staying updated on industry regulations and creating a culture of safety and collaboration can greatly help in overcoming these operational hurdles.
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Cath Lab Special Procedure Tech I

Memorial Health

Riverton, IL • On-site

$48.83/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Memorial Health rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 175 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

454th of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Min
USD $31.51/Hr.
Max
USD $48.83/Hr.
Overview
Perform responsible technical work on patients in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. Responsible for the operation of various types of equipment and apparatus in providing assistance and support to the physicians performing procedures. Responsible for the proper operation of x-ray equipment and radiation safety.
Schedule
Full Time, Day Shift
$20,000-$40,000 Sign-on Bonus!
Additional Cath Lab $20 per hour Incentive Pay for all shifts worked once orientation is completed.
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Qualifications
Education:
Graduate of approved School of Radiology or equivalent training (if hired before September, 1990).
Licensure/Certification/Registry:
  • Illinois Department of Illinois Emergence Management Agency Division of Nuclear Safety license required.
  • American Registry of Radiologic Technologists certificate required.
  • Has successfully completed a basic EKG class within one year of hire.
  • ACLS certification required.

Experience:
Has a minimum of two year's experience as a Cardiac Special Procedures Tech.
Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Completion of radiation safety classes within 90 days of employment is required.
Responsibilities
  1. Operates a variety of electrical equipment in a cardiovascular catheterization laboratory during a variety of procedures.

  1. Monitors the patient's electrocardiogram during procedures, alerts the physician of any irregular heart activity or change in pressure. Charges the patient appropriately for the procedure.

  1. Performs patient pre-procedure teaching. Obtains consent forms signed by the patient prior to the procedure.

  1. Provides education to MMC employees and/or community as needed.

  1. Prepares patient for the procedure.

  1. Acts as a circulator in the case, connect monitoring lines, check pulses, collect and set up appropriate equipment for the case.

  1. Performs as a sterile assistant, assist the physician in scrubbing and maintaining a sterile field, assist the physician with catheter and/or equipment insertion and removal. Dress and/or suture insertion site following the procedure. Set up arterial pressure line (if needed) or pull sheath and obtain hemostasis.

  1. Assists in the use of arterial closure devices.

  1. Records, interprets, and calculates various types of data collected during the procedure.

  1. Maintains equipment, corrects equipment malfunctions and reports malfunctions for repair.

  1. Instructs technologists and others in the performance of technical procedures, operations of equipment, and collection and interpretation of data.

  1. Demonstrates knowledge of the proper operation of x-ray equipment used in the Cath Lab.

  1. Monitors and is responsible for quality assurance of the x-ray equipment.

  1. Participates in the on call rotation.

  1. Collects appropriate past patient information for the physician to review.

  1. Adheres to behavioral standards.

  1. Performs other related work as required or requested.

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