Chemistry Section Supervisor
Position Summary
Gateway Regional Medical Center is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Chemistry Section Supervisor to oversee daily operations within our hospital laboratory's Chemistry department. In this role, you will provide leadership and oversight for chemistry testing operations, ensuring accurate, timely, and reliable laboratory results that support patient diagnosis and treatment. You will be responsible for maintaining regulatory compliance, supporting staff development, troubleshooting complex testing and instrumentation issues, and ensuring the highest standards of quality and patient safety.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in chemical, physical, biological, clinical laboratory science, or medical technology OR Associate degree in clinical laboratory science or medical technology
Completion of an accredited laboratory training program required
Certification: Certification eligibility as MLS (ASCP), MT (AMT), MLT (ASCP), HEW, CLS (NCA), or equivalent. Certification required within 12 months of eligibility per CLIA standards, if applicable
Experience: Minimum of 2 years of high-complexity laboratory experience with a bachelor's degree OR Minimum of 4 years of high-complexity laboratory experience with an associate degree
Previous Chemistry laboratory experience preferred
Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred
What You'll Do
Supervise daily Chemistry section operations and laboratory personnel
Ensure accurate and timely completion of chemistry testing
Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and laboratory safety standards
Oversee quality control and quality assurance programs
Troubleshoot testing systems, analyzers, instrumentation, and workflow issues
Maintain laboratory equipment performance and coordinate maintenance as needed
Support staff training, competency assessment, and professional development
Avoid inventory management and ensure adequate supplies and reagents are available
Review and monitor quality control results and take appropriate corrective action
Participate in the evaluation and implementation of new testing methods, instrumentation, and technologies
Maintain accurate documentation and laboratory records
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other clinical teams regarding laboratory testing and results
Identify opportunities for process improvement and promote efficient laboratory workflows
Location & Schedule
Gateway Regional Medical Center
2100 Madison Avenue
Granite City, IL 62040
Compensation: $25.71-$41.65 per hour
Position: Chemistry Section Supervisor
Department: Laboratory
Status: Full-Time
Schedule: Day Shift | 10-hour shifts | 40 hours per week