Supervisor, Laboratory

About the Role

Responsible for pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phases of testing. Follows standard operating procedures and ensures laboratory safety, quality, and regulatory requirements are met. Provides leadership during day-to-day operations, acts as a point of contact for technical staff, and collaborates with other departments. Manages validations, proficiency testing, quality assurance, and staff performance. Oversees human resources, budget, planning, and compliance. May serve in CLIA roles and travel to other enterprise locations.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day laboratory operations and provide technical expertise.
• Manage validations, proficiency testing, and quality assurance initiatives.
• Conduct performance appraisals, hire, counsel, discipline, and terminate staff as needed.
• Develop and monitor quality and continuous improvement indicators.
• Oversee budget, finance, and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain a positive work environment and optimize workflow.
• Collaborate with department medical directors and other leadership.
• Assist in budget preparation and ensure CLIA compliance.
• Travel to other enterprise locations as required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in laboratory or biological sciences required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Two years of laboratory-related experience required.
• National laboratory certification (e.g., ASCP) or registry eligibility; not required if no clinical lab testing is performed.
• North Dakota (ND) license or provisional license required for non-cytotechnologist/histotechnologist roles in ND.
• Maintain continuing education credits for licenses and certifications.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification may be required.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package. For more information, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits.

Location: Park Falls, WI
Shift: Varies
Job Schedule: Full-time
Weekly Hours: 40
Salary Range: $32.50 - $52.00