Entry Level Lab Manager Jobs
New grad lab manager jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or hands-on laboratory coursework can matter more than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles concentrated in Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Science & Research, with employers like Banner Health, Neuralink, and City of Hope hiring at this level now.
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Primary City/State:
Mesa, Arizona
Department Name:
Work Shift:
Day
Job Category:
Nursing
The future is full of possibilities. At Banner Health, we’re excited about what the future holds for health care. That’s why we’re changing the industry to make the experience the best it can be. Our team has come together with the common goal: Make health care easier, so life can be better. The future of health care starts here. If you’re ready to change lives, we want to hear from you. Apply today.
The Associate Manager, Specialty Procedures is an integral part of the leadership team and is responsible for many duties in the Cath lab including circulating, monitoring, and documenting patient procedures. Our amazing leaders continually provide leadership in clinical, financial, and personnel as well as active participation in department shared leadership and facility wide committees.
Teamwork is STRONG in this department, and support to be your best self is great. Join us as we improve the lives of the patients, we care for through outstanding procedural care.
Schedule: Mon-Fri, 0630-1530.
Location: Banner Heart Hospital, (6750 E Baywood Ave)
Ideal candidate will have RN or Radiology Tech license, and have experience in Cath Lab, IR, or EP.
Position Summary
This position plans and provides clinical support to patients and staff. Demonstrates clinical expertise of the assigned area. Provides leadership in clinical, financial, and personnel management within the department.
CORE FUNCTIONS
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Oversees the operations of the unit to ensure smooth and efficient patient care management. Assures appropriate patient assignments to beds and staff. Completes daily rounding on patients and staff to ensure quality provision of care.
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Manages the unit to ensure patient and employee satisfaction while promoting safety and retention. Serves as a real-time resource and assists with clinical expertise for unit staff and physicians for problem-solving on patients, processes, and family issues.
-
Coordinates quality initiatives and process improvements. Aligns and manages to metrics.
-
Develops leadership skills among staff including communication, decision-making problem-solving/critical thinking and employee engagement. Leads the development of staff and supports career advancement opportunities. Functions as a role model and encourages staff to participate in their own development.
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Facilitates unit meetings and shared governance / leadership efforts.
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Responsible for selection, orientation, on-boarding, and retention. Demonstrates leadership through coaching, performance evaluations, corrective actions, and development opportunities to create a culture of learning.
-
Assists in the development of the operational and capital budget, provides daily operational resource management including staff, supplies, and equipment, and ensures optimal productivity for the department.
-
Supervises clinical unit staff to ensure excellent patient care. Participates in activities that foster management skills while enabling staff to care for patients, determine schedules, edit time cards, research budget issues and order supplies. Internal customers include patients, staff, and physicians. External customers include patient family.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must possess a strong knowledge and understanding of nursing and healthcare as normally obtained through the completion of a bachelor's degree in nursing. BSN required for all individuals entering the role effective 2/1/2016. BSN required for internal transfers/promotions within 6 months of transfer/promotion.
Requires a current RN license in state of practice. BLS Required. Additional certification or continuing education may be required based on area of practice.
Must possess at least 1-2 years of clinical experience relevant to patient population. Demonstrates knowledge and skills of specialty area. Requires critical thinking, communication, influence, decision-making, analytical, and flexibility skills to make optimal decisions based on multiple variables and desired outcomes. Requires the ability to balance clinical skills with supervisory authority. Must have the ability to consider the ultimate impact of decisions on the unit. Must have the ability to practice skills according to department and professional standards and quality requirements. Requires New Leader Experience certification within one year. Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC Behavioral, and BUMG, BUMCT, or BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting that serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
EEO Statement:
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.
Privacy Policy:
Privacy Policy
Primary City/State:
Mesa, Arizona
Department Name:
Work Shift:
Day
Job Category:
Nursing
The future is full of possibilities. At Banner Health, we’re excited about what the future holds for health care. That’s why we’re changing the industry to make the experience the best it can be. Our team has come together with the common goal: Make health care easier, so life can be better. The future of health care starts here. If you’re ready to change lives, we want to hear from you. Apply today.
The Associate Manager, Specialty Procedures is an integral part of the leadership team and is responsible for many duties in the Cath lab including circulating, monitoring, and documenting patient procedures. Our amazing leaders continually provide leadership in clinical, financial, and personnel as well as active participation in department shared leadership and facility wide committees.
Teamwork is STRONG in this department, and support to be your best self is great. Join us as we improve the lives of the patients, we care for through outstanding procedural care.
Schedule: Mon-Fri, 0630-1530.
Location: Banner Heart Hospital, (6750 E Baywood Ave)
Ideal candidate will have RN or Radiology Tech license, and have experience in Cath Lab, IR, or EP.
Position Summary
This position plans and provides clinical support to patients and staff. Demonstrates clinical expertise of the assigned area. Provides leadership in clinical, financial, and personnel management within the department.
CORE FUNCTIONS
-
Oversees the operations of the unit to ensure smooth and efficient patient care management. Assures appropriate patient assignments to beds and staff. Completes daily rounding on patients and staff to ensure quality provision of care.
-
Manages the unit to ensure patient and employee satisfaction while promoting safety and retention. Serves as a real-time resource and assists with clinical expertise for unit staff and physicians for problem-solving on patients, processes, and family issues.
-
Coordinates quality initiatives and process improvements. Aligns and manages to metrics.
-
Develops leadership skills among staff including communication, decision-making problem-solving/critical thinking and employee engagement. Leads the development of staff and supports career advancement opportunities. Functions as a role model and encourages staff to participate in their own development.
-
Facilitates unit meetings and shared governance / leadership efforts.
-
Responsible for selection, orientation, on-boarding, and retention. Demonstrates leadership through coaching, performance evaluations, corrective actions, and development opportunities to create a culture of learning.
-
Assists in the development of the operational and capital budget, provides daily operational resource management including staff, supplies, and equipment, and ensures optimal productivity for the department.
-
Supervises clinical unit staff to ensure excellent patient care. Participates in activities that foster management skills while enabling staff to care for patients, determine schedules, edit time cards, research budget issues and order supplies. Internal customers include patients, staff, and physicians. External customers include patient family.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must possess a strong knowledge and understanding of nursing and healthcare as normally obtained through the completion of a bachelor's degree in nursing. BSN required for all individuals entering the role effective 2/1/2016. BSN required for internal transfers/promotions within 6 months of transfer/promotion.
Requires a current RN license in state of practice. BLS Required. Additional certification or continuing education may be required based on area of practice.
Must possess at least 1-2 years of clinical experience relevant to patient population. Demonstrates knowledge and skills of specialty area. Requires critical thinking, communication, influence, decision-making, analytical, and flexibility skills to make optimal decisions based on multiple variables and desired outcomes. Requires the ability to balance clinical skills with supervisory authority. Must have the ability to consider the ultimate impact of decisions on the unit. Must have the ability to practice skills according to department and professional standards and quality requirements. Requires New Leader Experience certification within one year. Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC Behavioral, and BUMG, BUMCT, or BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting that serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
EEO Statement:
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.
Privacy Policy:
Privacy Policy
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Entry Level Lab Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level lab manager job?
Focus on laboratory experience from internships, co-ops, or academic research projects, since most entry level postings prioritize demonstrated hands-on work over years on the job. Highlight any supervisory moments, such as training labmates or coordinating sample workflows, to show readiness for a management role. Certifications in relevant safety protocols or quality systems also give candidates a concrete edge at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level lab managers?
Companies hiring entry level lab managers right now include Banner Health, Neuralink, and City of Hope, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from research institutions, diagnostics firms, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and contract testing laboratories that need organized early-career candidates to support daily lab operations.
Are there remote entry level lab manager jobs?
Yes, though most lab manager roles require on-site presence due to hands-on equipment and sample responsibilities. About 0% of entry level lab manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to involve administrative, coordination, or data management duties rather than direct bench work.
Are these new grad lab manager jobs?
Yes, many of these postings are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome recent graduates and candidates with zero to two years of experience. A new grad friendly posting typically accepts internship hours or academic lab work in place of professional experience, and may also consider a strong portfolio of research or project management coursework as a qualification.
Which industries hire the most entry level lab managers?
Entry Level lab manager roles concentrate in Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Science & Research, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive entry level hiring because they maintain high sample volumes, strict quality standards, or active research pipelines that require organized early-career professionals to keep daily lab operations running.