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Overview

We are seeking an experienced Clinical Laboratory Supervisor to oversee the daily operations of our laboratory department. This leadership role is responsible for supervising laboratory personnel, ensuring high-quality diagnostic testing, maintaining regulatory compliance, and driving operational excellence.

The ideal candidate is an experienced Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS/MT) or Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) with strong leadership skills and a passion for delivering exceptional patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise the daily operations of the clinical laboratory to ensure accurate, timely, and high-quality testing.
• Lead, coach, and develop laboratory staff while promoting a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Schedule, assign, and monitor staff to maximize productivity and ensure appropriate coverage.
• Ensure all laboratory testing and procedures are performed according to established protocols, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor employee attendance, timekeeping, and overall performance.
• Maintain compliance with CLIA, CAP, Joint Commission, OSHA, and other applicable regulatory standards.
• Prepare and review operational reports, workload statistics, quality metrics, staffing analyses, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Assist with annual operating budgets, expense management, and capital equipment planning.
• Collaborate with laboratory leadership on strategic planning, process improvements, and departmental initiatives.
• Build strong relationships with physicians, hospital departments, outreach clients, and other healthcare professionals.
• Promote continuous quality improvement, patient safety, and operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, infection prevention practices, and workplace safety standards.
• Stay current on laboratory best practices through continuing education and professional development.

QualificationsRequired

• Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Laboratory Science, Biological Science, or a related field.
• Current certification through one of the following:
  • ASCP (preferred)
  • AMT
  • AAB
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a clinical laboratory setting.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory operations, quality systems, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Preferred

• Previous supervisory or laboratory leadership experience.
• Experience leading high-volume hospital laboratory operations.
• Budgeting and operational planning experience.

Pathology Candidates

Candidates supporting pathology operations may also qualify with:

• Bachelor's degree in Cytology or Histotechnology, and
• Current ASCP CT (Cytotechnologist) or HT (Histotechnologist) certification.

Compensation & Benefits

• $60,000–$80,000 annual salary
• Relocation assistance available
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Career advancement within a growing healthcare system

Ideal Background

We are looking for professionals with experience as:

• Clinical Laboratory Supervisor
• Medical Laboratory Supervisor
• Laboratory Supervisor
• Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)
• Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS)
• Medical Technologist (MT)
• Laboratory Team Lead
• Laboratory Manager (entry-level leadership)