Laboratory Supervisor

About the role

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Uptown is a joint venture surgical hospital specializing in orthopedic, spine, general, bariatric, surgical oncology, ENT, reconstructive surgery, and other surgical specialties. The Laboratory Supervisor oversees day-to-day laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with CLIA, TJC, and CAP standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical laboratory tests and procedures while ensuring compliance with CLIA, and TJC.
• Develop, review, and update laboratory policies and procedures to comply with regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Oversee quality control and calibration processes, ensuring accuracy and reliability of test results.
• Act as a resource for laboratory staff, providing guidance on complex technical issues.
• Manage laboratory supplies and ensure equipment is properly maintained and operational.
• Actively participate in departmental meetings, contributing to the development of the laboratory team.
• Ensure proper handling and processing of specimens, ensuring that testing is completed in a timely manner.
• Address physician, staff, and patient concerns, and escalate issues to the Regional Director as necessary.
• Oversee Point of Care Testing (POCT) program, ensuring proper training and compliance with policies.
• Promote a culture of safety, ensuring adherence to infection control and biohazard protocols.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of patient data and laboratory results.
• Support the department's performance improvement initiatives by contributing to continuous quality improvement processes.
• Aid in monthly staffing schedules and ensure that staffing aligns with laboratory workload and operational needs.
• Utilize email and computer systems (including EHR and scheduling software) to manage staff communication, coordinate patient care, document performance, and ensure efficient workflow.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in medical technology, biological/chemical/medical/laboratory science, or health science from an accredited college or university.
• Licensure/Certification: Certification by one of the following accrediting agencies preferred but not required: MT (ASCP), HTL (ASCP), CT (ASCP), MT (HEW), MT (AMT), MT (NCA), CHT, CHS. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification accredited by American Heart Association (AHA) required.
• Specific Job Experience: Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an accredited laboratory, preferred. Experience with Point of Care Testing, preferred.