Lab Supervisor

About the role

This position involves supervising laboratory personnel, ensuring quality standards, and performing both administrative and technical duties as a Lab Technologist/Technician.

Responsibilities

• Monitor test analyses and specimen examinations to maintain acceptable analytic performance levels; report problems to the assigned Technical Consultant.
• Ensure remedial actions are taken when test systems deviate from established performance specifications.
• Assure proficiency testing is performed within the appropriate time frame.
• Assist Physicians, Extenders, and Nurses with patient treatment and care, including triaging, obtaining vital signs, and preparing patients for medical treatment.
• Handle requests from medical staff with respect and in a timely manner.
• Supervise lab personnel to ensure responsibilities are carried out, work meets quality standards, and policies are followed.
• Ensure patient test results are not reported unless test systems are functioning properly; report any issues to the Technical Consultant.
• Submit monthly staffing schedules, approve payroll, and provide orientation and in-service training for lab personnel.
• Assist in interviewing and on-site training of lab personnel; function as an administrator and Lab Technologist/Technician at least two days per week.
• Evaluate and document the competency of testing personnel.
• Evaluate lab personnel at 6 and 12 months during their first year and annually thereafter.
• Assist lab personnel in resolving technical problems during testing, either in person or by telephone.
• Maintain records of laboratory tests for two years.
• Implement safety regulations as directed.
• Review lab inventory data and notify management when adjustments are needed.
• Ensure lab personnel understand new and revised policies and procedures.
• Work with fellow employees and externs during on-the-job training.
• Forward all Charge Change and Courtesy write-offs daily to the Administrative Services department.
• Demonstrate proficiency in using the medical record system.
• Maintain a clean work area by performing biological cleanup in accordance with OSHA Guidelines and completing other maintenance tasks.
• Receive and store ordered supplies.
• Be available as needed, as breaks and mealtimes may be interrupted for patient care and center operations.
• Attend staff meetings as directed.
• Foster teamwork in a positive and professional atmosphere.
• Be willing to work at any center due to staffing needs, emergencies, or reduced workload.
• Operate, maintain, and use medical and office equipment as trained.
• Complete other duties as directed.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Minimum typing experience required.
• At least one year of supervisory experience preferred.
• High School graduate (or equivalent) and must meet one of the following:
  • For Maryland or Virginia: Associate degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology and two years of training/experience; or a bachelor’s degree in medical technology or a chemical, physical, or biological science and one year of training/experience.
  • For New Jersey or Pennsylvania: Bachelor’s degree in medical technology or a chemical, physical, or biological science, or HEW certification as a Medical Technologist, plus six years of laboratory experience.
• Thorough knowledge of Medical Technology principles, concepts, and methodologies to perform a broad range of testing.
• Knowledge of mathematical and statistical methods to calculate and convert analytical data into test results.
• Skill in using and maintaining laboratory instrumentation.
• Knowledge of related disciplines to integrate and correlate test results with other laboratory data and clinical information.
• Able to produce reliable quality laboratory results under stressful conditions.
• Able to perform CPR and update certification as needed.
• Able to hear pages, bells, and phone systems.
• Able to sit, stand, and walk for long periods (4–7 hours at a time).
• Able to lift moderate to heavy items (20–50 lbs).
• Excellent visual, verbal, written, and typed communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage numerous tasks simultaneously.
• Must perform work as outlined in the Lab Technologist/Technician job description.
• Must provide the highest quality medical care and professionalism.

Pay

Salary range: $39.50 – $44.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance for employees and dependents.
• Disability, Life, and Long-Term Care insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible Spending accounts.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match.
• Paid Annual Leave, Volunteer Time Off, Bereavement Leave, and Emergency Leave Bank.
• Overtime Pay, Holiday Pay, and double-time compensation for holidays worked.
• Discounted medical treatment at any location for employees and immediate family.
• Bonuses:
  • Recruitment bonus.
  • Patient Care Performance bonus (center employees only).
  • Weekend bonus (center employees only).