Laboratory Supervisor

Location: BSWH Hillcrest Hospital, Waco, TX | Department: Pathology Core | Shift: Day (6:00 AM – 2:30 PM)

About Us

Baylor Scott & White Health is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas, dedicated to empowering individuals, families, and communities to live well. Our core values guide us to serve faithfully, never settle, support one another, and make a meaningful impact through initiative and exceptional experiences.

Job Summary

The Supervisor of Lab oversees routine laboratory activities to ensure adequate staffing and timely, high-quality testing. This role assists with hiring, training, evaluations, and payroll while supporting the facility CLIA Director in delegated functions.

Responsibilities

• Supervises assigned staff in testing phases and performs delegated functions as defined by the CLIA Director.
• Prepares schedules, coordinates job assignments, and monitors personnel.
• Assists in selecting, orienting, training, evaluating, disciplining, and discharging employees.
• Contributes to developing laboratory policies and procedures related to staffing and scheduling.
• Communicates and escalates staffing issues or concerns to management promptly.
• Monitors inventory to ensure necessary supplies are available in proper quantities.
• Assists in implementing quality assurance programs and maintaining compliance records for regulatory agencies.
• Reviews quality control, proficiency testing, instrument maintenance, and corrective actions.
• Assists with preparing and monitoring the annual budget.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or 4 years of work experience above the minimum qualification.
• 4 years of relevant experience.
• ASCP certification or equivalent (e.g., ASCP-BB, ASCP-C, ASCP-CG, ASCP-CT, ASCP-H, ASCP-HT, ASCP-HTL, ASCP-M, ASCP-MB, ASCP-SBB, ASCP-SC, ASCP-SH, ASCP-SM, CHS-ABHI, CHT-ABHI, CLS, MLS, MT, SCT, SCYM, SMB).
• Preferred: 4 years of core lab lead experience.

Key Success Factors

• Knowledge of laboratory regulations, protocols, and procedures.
• Statistical and critical thinking abilities.
• Ability to comprehend and communicate instructions.
• Proficiency in performing laboratory protocols and procedures.
• Knowledge of safety and infection control standards.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Tactical judgment in allocating and directing staff work using established guidelines.
• Ability to make effective hiring and termination recommendations.
• Skills in training and evaluating staff performance.
• General computer skills, including Microsoft Office, scheduling/payroll systems, and electronic medical documentation.

Benefits

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits.
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid time off (PTO) accrual beginning Day 1.

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