Laboratory Supervisor

Saint Francis Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

About the role

Supervises the daily operations of the department, supervises staff, assists in selection of personnel for hire, performance management, and makes recommendations on discipline and termination. Advanced responsibilities include equipment validation and implementation; employee training and competency assessment; and regulatory compliance. Responsible for CAP, TJC, AABB, or other accreditation. Demonstrates subject matter expertise in core laboratory, blood bank, microbiology, or other specialty department.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the daily operations of the department, staff, and assist in selection of personnel for hire, performance management, and recommendations on discipline and termination.
• Responsible for CAP, TJC, AABB, or other accreditation.
• Review quality control and patient results.
• Perform laboratory testing; perform operational duties, maintenance, and troubleshooting of laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Ensure service level agreements are met through implementation of operational efficiencies in the work area.
• Complete other duties assigned by the laboratory director.

Qualifications

Required:

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree from an approved college or university and/or graduate of an accredited school of medical technology; OR
  • Equivalent such as military training as defined by 42 CFR 493.1489; OR
  • Qualified at the Medical Technologist level by achieving a satisfactory grade on an HHS examination before 2/28/92 (42 CFR 493.1491).
• Experience: 5 years as a medical technologist or clinical laboratory scientist in an acute care facility.
• License/Certification:
  • Meets CLIA requirements for General Supervisor.
  • Registered in accordance with an approved certifying agency (ASCP, NCA, AMT, or equivalent).
  • Licensure, as required by State law.

Preferred:

• 5 years of laboratory supervisory experience.

Benefits

Saint Francis Hospital offers a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Generous paid time off.
• Career development and continuing education opportunities.
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program, Employee discount program.
• Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status.

About the organization

Saint Francis Hospital-Memphis is a 479-bed full-service hospital located at 5959 Park Avenue in Memphis, TN. Offering a wide array of medical services, Saint Francis is noted for its Centers of Excellence, including:

• Center for Surgical Weight Loss
• Joint & Spine Center
• Heart & Vascular Center
• Chest Pain Emergency Center
• Surgical Services including its Center for Robotic Surgery
• Diabetes Center
• Cancer Center

The hospital has been recognized for excellence of care by United Healthcare, CIGNA, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, and Aetna. Saint Francis Hospital serves as an academic training site for University of Tennessee Surgical, Family Practice, and Psychiatric Residents. The hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission.