Supervisor-Lab Certified

About the role

The Certified Laboratory Supervisor oversees the daily operations of the Microbiology Laboratory, ensuring high-quality patient testing services, regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and staff development. This role provides technical, administrative, and leadership support while maintaining laboratory quality standards and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily laboratory operations, staffing, scheduling, and resource utilization.
• Ensure effective workflow management to support testing demands and operational goals.
• Oversee laboratory equipment, materials, and supply inventories to maintain uninterrupted service.
• Assist with laboratory procedures, testing activities, and research projects as needed.
• Develop, implement, and monitor quality control and quality assurance procedures.
• Ensure accurate and complete laboratory documentation and recordkeeping.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, accreditation, and institutional laboratory regulations and standards.
• Support the development and maintenance of laboratory policies, procedures, and standard operating protocols.
• Supervise, train, mentor, and monitor laboratory personnel.
• Assign and evaluate work responsibilities to ensure productivity and quality outcomes.
• Provide technical guidance and support for staff members.
• Promote professional growth, competency development, and adherence to best practices.
• Collect, review, and analyze operational and quality-related laboratory data.
• Prepare routine and special reports, analyses, and performance summaries.
• Utilize data to support decision-making, quality improvement initiatives, and operational planning.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for laboratory instrumentation and testing processes.
• Stay current with emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in microbiology and laboratory medicine.
• Engage with professional organizations, scientific publications, and subject matter experts to support ongoing learning and innovation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science, Chemical Science, Physical Science, or Biological Science.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of training and/or experience performing high-complexity testing within the microbiology specialty.
• Current certification through ASCP, AMT, NCA, or equivalent nationally recognized certification.

Qualifications

Preferred qualifications include:

• Master's degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Chemical Science, Physical Science, or Biological Science.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience in a clinical laboratory setting.
• Demonstrated experience in personnel management, coaching, and performance improvement.

Skills

• Extensive computer proficiency and experience with laboratory information systems and software applications.
• Thorough understanding of laboratory testing methodologies and standard operating procedures.
• Strong equipment troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of applicable state and federal laboratory regulations.
• Effective communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Work Environment

• Full-time, day-shift position.
• Serves within one of Indiana's largest and most comprehensive clinical laboratory systems.
• Supports a high-volume testing environment operating 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.
• Contributes to a laboratory network performing more than 19 million tests annually and providing services to healthcare organizations throughout Indiana and across the United States.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness assistance programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness incentive programs with financial rewards
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities