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Laboratory Manager

Location: Peterborough, New Hampshire
Salary: $110,000–$120,000 annually
Schedule: Full-Time | Day Shift
Relocation Assistance Available

About the Opportunity

Lighthouse Lab Services is partnering with a well-established Critical Access Hospital in the scenic Monadnock Region of New Hampshire to recruit an experienced Laboratory Manager. This is an exciting leadership opportunity for a laboratory professional who is passionate about operational excellence, quality patient care, and building strong laboratory teams.

The Laboratory Manager will oversee the daily operations of the hospital laboratory, ensuring the delivery of high-quality diagnostic services while maintaining compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards. This individual will lead a dedicated team, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and collaborate closely with hospital leadership to support exceptional patient outcomes.

Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the clinical laboratory, ensuring efficient workflow and timely reporting of patient results

• Supervise, mentor, and develop laboratory personnel through coaching, performance management, scheduling, and ongoing education

• Ensure compliance with CLIA, CAP, OSHA, CMS, and all applicable state and federal regulations

• Maintain laboratory quality assurance and quality control programs, investigating and implementing corrective actions as needed

• Develop, review, and update laboratory policies, procedures, and standard operating procedures

• Manage laboratory budgets, inventory, supply purchasing, and vendor relationships

• Collaborate with physicians, nursing leadership, and hospital administration to support high-quality patient care

• Oversee laboratory instrumentation, maintenance schedules, validations, and implementation of new equipment and testing methodologies

• Monitor key performance indicators and identify opportunities to improve laboratory efficiency and service

• Ensure laboratory readiness for inspections and accreditation surveys

• Participate in strategic planning and departmental initiatives to support hospital goals

• Assist with bench coverage when operational needs require

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or a related scientific discipline required

• ASCP certification as an MLS (Medical Laboratory Scientist) or equivalent required

• Previous leadership experience in a hospital clinical laboratory required

• Strong knowledge of CLIA, CAP, CMS, OSHA, and laboratory regulatory requirements

• Experience managing quality systems, proficiency testing, laboratory operations, and personnel

• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills

• Ability to build collaborative relationships across departments while fostering a positive team culture

• Critical Access Hospital experience is preferred but not required

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $110,000–$120,000

• Relocation Assistance Available

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Retirement Plan with employer contribution

• Life and Disability Insurance

• Continuing Education and Professional Development Opportunities

• Supportive leadership team and collaborative work environment

About Lighthouse Lab Services

Lighthouse Lab Services is the nation's premier laboratory recruitment and consulting firm. We specialize in placing laboratory professionals in hospitals, health systems, physician office laboratories, reference laboratories, molecular diagnostics, pathology, toxicology, and research organizations across the country. Our mission is to connect exceptional laboratory professionals with organizations where they can thrive and make a lasting impact.

Lighthouse Lab Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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