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Memorial Healthcare

The Assistant Supervisor is responsible for performing, evaluating, and reporting of technical ... E xperience with a minimum of 5 years working in hospital lab in Hematology and Chemistry, highly ...

HCA Healthcare

Laboratory Assistant

Quincy, FL · On-site

Laboratory Assistant Lab Assistant / Phlebotomist performs any three of the following non-technical functions under the supervision of the department supervisor, manager or director. They collect ...

HCA Healthcare

Laboratory Assistant

Tallahassee, FL · On-site

Laboratory Assistant Lab Assistant / Phlebotomist performs any three of the following non-technical functions under the supervision of the department supervisor, manager or director. They collect ...

Health First

Lab Assistant - Pathology

Melbourne, FL · On-site

Support the Laboratory Manager, Supervisor, Technologists, Scientists, Sr. Scientists and ... Clinical Lab Assistant Certification from American Society for Clinical Pathology CLA(ASCP). * Work ...

U.S. Sugar

Sampler

Clewiston, FL · On-site

Effectively communicate with Lab Supervisors, Shift Manager, and laboratory personnel, to report ... Maintain a sterile working environment and assist Lab personnel with routine housekeeping.

U.S. Sugar

Sampler

Clewiston, FL · On-site

Effectively communicate with Lab Supervisors, Shift Manager, and laboratory personnel, to report ... Maintain a sterile working environment and assist Lab personnel with routine housekeeping.

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What does an assistant lab supervisor do?

An Assistant Lab Supervisor supports the daily operations of a laboratory by assisting with the supervision of lab staff, ensuring safety protocols are followed, and maintaining equipment and supplies. They often help oversee experiments, manage scheduling, and ensure accurate documentation of results. This role may also include training new technicians, troubleshooting technical problems, and supporting the Lab Supervisor in administrative and compliance tasks.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant lab supervisor, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant Lab Supervisor, you need a strong background in laboratory science, experience with lab procedures, and often a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Familiarity with lab management software, safety protocols, and equipment calibration is typically required, along with certifications like OSHA or CLIA depending on the laboratory setting. Leadership, attention to detail, and effective communication are essential soft skills for overseeing staff and maintaining a safe, productive environment. These skills ensure accurate results, compliance with regulations, and smooth laboratory operations.

What are some common challenges faced by an assistant lab supervisor, and how can they be effectively managed?

Assistant Lab Supervisors often encounter challenges such as balancing administrative duties with hands-on lab work, ensuring consistent adherence to safety protocols, and managing communication between team members with varying experience levels. Effective management typically involves strong organizational skills, proactive problem-solving, and clear communication. Regular training sessions, scheduled team meetings, and well-defined protocols can help address these challenges and maintain a productive, safe laboratory environment.

What is the difference between Assistant Lab Supervisor vs Lab Technician?

AspectAssistant Lab SupervisorLab Technician
CredentialsAssociate's or Bachelor's degree in science or related field, some supervisory trainingAssociate's degree or certification in laboratory technology
Work EnvironmentSupervises lab staff, manages workflow, ensures safety protocolsPerforms tests, prepares samples, maintains equipment
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in research, healthcare, and industrial labs with supervisory rolesCommon in clinical, research, and industrial labs for technical tasks

The Assistant Lab Supervisor and Lab Technician roles share similar educational backgrounds and work environments within laboratory settings. However, the Assistant Lab Supervisor has additional responsibilities in overseeing staff and managing lab operations, whereas the Lab Technician focuses primarily on conducting tests and maintaining equipment. Both roles are essential in laboratory workflows, but the Assistant Lab Supervisor holds a more supervisory and administrative position.

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Assistant Laboratory Supervisor - FT - Nights - $20K Sign on Bonus - MHW

On-site

Memorial Healthcare
Health Care and Social Assistance • 201 - 500 employees
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Full-time

Posted 12 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Performs, evaluates, and reports technical laboratory procedures on patient specimens.

  • Ensures laboratory quality control, compliance with regulatory standards, and troubleshooting of quality control and equipment issues.

  • Assists or provides monitoring and coaching of team members, and supports the writing and reviewing of policies and procedures.

Job description

Location:

Pembroke Pines, Florida

Memorial laboratory professionals understand that every specimen and every report are informing diagnosis, treatment and care. We never lose sight of the patient and family who are on the other end of that data, and are depending on us for timely and accurate results. We aspire to the Five Rights of Laboratory Testing: performing the right test on the right patient at the right time for the right indicators leading to the right diagnostic decision.

Summary:

The Assistant Supervisor is responsible for performing, evaluating, and reporting of technical laboratory procedures on patient specimens for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Follows established procedures to ensure laboratory quality control and compliance with professional standards of practice. The Assistant Supervisor may perform administrative and supervisory responsibilities of the laboratory section assuming additional technical or non-technical responsibilities as needed.
5 days/week. Weekends included
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    • xperience with a minimum of 5 years working in hospital lab in Hematology and Chemistry, highly preferred.

    Responsibilities:

    May perform method validations and ongoing method assessments.Effectively communicates with nursing and medical staff.Ensures staff compliance with regulatory, departmental and organizational policies, procedures and protocols.Assists or provides monitoring and coaching of team members and provides input in the evaluation of team members performance.Follows established procedures for laboratory quality control, ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, compliance activities, and policies and procedures.Performs accurate and appropriate testing of specimens received in the laboratory, according to established laboratory protocol and procedures.May assess competency of team members.Assists the Supervisor and/or Manager with writing and reviewing of policies and procedures.Reviews and troubleshoots quality control and equipment issues.Observes and instructs student technologists and new or current employees.Effectively manages resources such as productivity, supplies, instruments and equipment. Plans work and completes job responsibilities in an efficient and productive manner.Reports test results in a timely manner according to established laboratory protocols.May provide supervision of a laboratory section.

    Competencies:

    ACCOUNTABILITY, ACCURACY, ANALYSIS AND DECISION MAKING, CLINICAL POLICIES AND STANDARDS, CUSTOMER SERVICE, EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE - LAB, METHOD PERFORMANCE VALIDATION, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

    Education and Certification Requirements:

    Accredited Program (Required)Clinical Lab Supervisor License (SU LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)

    Additional Job Information:

    Complexity of Work: Intermediate knowledge of laboratory procedures and instrumentation. Ability to effectively relate and communicate with internal and external customers. Intermediate knowledge of laboratory information systems. Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.Required Work Experience: Five (5) years of experience as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist.Other Information:     * Florida State licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Supervisor in the defined area of responsibility.Additional Education Info: Graduate of an accredited Medical Technologist, Medical Laboratory Scientist program, or accredited Histotechnology program.

    Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

    • Bending and Stooping = 60%
    • Climbing = 0%
    • Keyboard Entry = 60%
    • Kneeling = 40%
    • Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 0%
    • Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
    • Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
    • Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
    • Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
    • Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
    • Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
    • Reaching = 60%
    • Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 0%
    • Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 60%
    • Running = 0%
    • Sitting = 60%
    • Squatting = 40%
    • Standing = 60%
    • Walking = 60%
    • Audible Speech = 60%
    • Hearing Acuity = 60%
    • Smelling Acuity = 0%
    • Taste Discrimination = 0%
    • Depth Perception = 60%
    • Distinguish Color = 60%
    • Seeing - Far = 60%
    • Seeing - Near = 60%
    • Bio hazardous Waste = 60%
    • Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 60%
    • Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 60%
    • Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 60%
    • Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 60%
    • Asbestos = 0%
    • Cytotoxic Chemicals = 60%
    • Dust = 0%
    • Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 60%
    • Hazardous Chemicals = 0%
    • Hazardous Medication = 0%
    • Latex = 0%
    • Computer Monitor = 60%
    • Domestic Animals = 0%
    • Extreme Heat/Cold = 0%
    • Fire Risk = 0%
    • Hazardous Noise = 0%
    • Heating Devices = 0%
    • Hypoxia = 0%
    • Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0%
    • Magnetic Fields = 0%
    • Moving Mechanical Parts = 60%
    • Needles/Sharp Objects = 60%
    • Potential Electric Shock = 0%
    • Potential for Physical Assault = 0%
    • Radiation = 0%
    • Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
    • Unprotected Heights = 0%
    • Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 60%

    Shift:

    Nights


    Disclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.


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