Lab Supervisor

About the role

The Serology Lab Supervisor position is located in Miramar, FL, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The salary range is $90,000+ per year, with a $10,000 sign-on bonus for eligible external candidates. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and market and organizational factors. Benefits include Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for full-time employees who work 30+ hours, best-in-class well-being programs, an annual no-cost health assessment program, and various other perks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee activities of the department, distribute/assign work, determine priorities, schedule non-routine procedures.
• Perform supervisory functions for assigned staff including interviewing, hiring, training, and providing staff development through performance evaluation and corrective counseling.
• Perform advanced/specialized tests and other related laboratory techniques.
• Duplicate work of others to confirm test results.
• Re-evaluate methodology, make recommended changes, and assist in test interpretation.
• Determine if further testing should be done on samples or if tests should be repeated.
• Check/approve all specialized and problem reports for accuracy.
• Initiate quality-control measures and monitor quality of work for adherence to laboratory standards.
• Perform duties of technologist as necessitated by absence or peak workload.
• Complete special projects as requested - surveys, statistical reports, studies, research, etc.
• Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional, and sanitary condition.
• Complete training and competency checklists as appropriate.
• Adhere to all established CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA and laboratory safety requirements.
• Use personal protective equipment, engineering controls, and/or work practice controls as directed by management.
• Answer questions from clients or other lab personnel, if applicable.
• Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections, if needed.

Qualifications

• Required Work Experience: Minimum five (5) years full-time supervisory experience.
• New York State Inspection Lab Requirements: 6 years clinical experience.
• PREFERRED Work Experience: At least 1 year as a Supervisor at Quest Diagnostics.
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree Medical Technology (Preferred), Bachelor’s Degree Medical Technology or related field (Required).
• Licenses and Certifications: ASCP Certification (Preferred).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry objects: Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally; objects 36 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted or carried and objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.
• Sit or stand for long periods of time.
• Significant manual dexterity required for using a wide variety of manual and automated pipettes and laboratory instruments and apparatuses.

Skills

• Proven leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented, able to work independently, establish work priorities, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency.
• Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively with employees, co-workers, and clients.
• Ability to deal with client information in a confidential manner.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems.