JOB SUMMARY

The Supervisor of Lab supervises the routine activities of the laboratory or a laboratory section to ensure that staffing is adequate and that tests are performed, recorded, and reported in a timely manner and in accordance with quality standards. Assists with staff hiring, training, performance evaluations, payroll, etc.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

• Supervises the work of assigned subordinates engaged in the pre-analytical, analytical, and/or post-analytical phases of testing. Performs all delegated functions as defined by facility CLIA Director.

• Prepares schedules, coordinates job assignments, and monitors personnel. Assist in the selection, orientation, training, assignments, evaluations, discipline, and discharge of employees.

• Assists in the development of policies and procedures related to the laboratory, staffing, and scheduling.

• Communicates and escalates staffing issues or other concerns to management in a timely manner.

• Monitors the inventory system to ensure that necessary supplies are available as needed and in the proper quantity.

• Assists with implementing quality assurance programs and maintains standards and records that document compliance with regulatory agencies.

• Assists with the review of all quality control, proficiency testing, instrument maintenance, and quality assurance records, and any associated corrective action.

• Assists with the preparation and monitoring of annual budgets.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

• Knowledge of laboratory regulations, protocols and procedures.

• Analytical and critical thinking abilities.

• Ability to comprehend and communicate instructions.

• Ability to perform laboratory protocols and procedures.

• Knowledge of safety and infection control standards.

• Ability to work in a team environment.

• Ability to make tactical decisions around the allocation and direction of the work of supervised employees using established guidelines, policies and/or procedures.

• Ability to make effective hiring and termination recommendations.

• Ability to train, and evaluate performance of supervised staff.

• General computer skills, including but not limited to: Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling and payroll systems, electronic medical documentation, and email.

BENEFITS
Our competitive benefits package includes the following

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits

• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%

• Tuition Reimbursement

• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level
 

QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION - Bachelor's or 4 years of work experience above the minimum qualification

• EXPERIENCE - 4 Years of Experience

• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -

• ASCP-Cytotechnologist (ASCP-CT), ASCP-Histotechnologist (ASCP-HTL), Cert Histocompatibility (CHS), Cert Hyperbaric Technologist (CHT), Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS), Histotechnician (HT), Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), Medical Technologist (MT): Must have one of the following:

• HTL

• CT

• CHS

• CHT

• CLS

• HT

• MLS

• MT.