Clinical Laboratory Supervisor - Cologuard 1st Shift

Abbott•Madison, WI

1d•$78,000 - $156,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Laboratory Supervisor directs day-to-day laboratory operations under the direction of the Director of Laboratory Operations or designee. The role supervises and develops laboratory staff, ensures quality standards are met, provides technical expertise, and serves as a liaison to internal and external parties as needed. The supervisor oversees the laboratory’s quality management program and ensures compliance with CLIA, CAP, OSHA, and other applicable laws and regulations. The role meets CAP requirements for a General Supervisor. The position works the listed Tuesday–Friday, 6:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. schedule and is also described as requiring work exclusively during nights and/or weekends. The supervisor supports staffing, training, competency evaluation, quality control, equipment and supply management, budgets, and timely and accurate reporting of patient results.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory/medical technology science.
At least 4 years of experience that includes high-complexity testing in a clinical laboratory, with at least 1 year in molecular pathology methods.
At least 2 years in a role with progressively increasing responsibilities, such as quality control, lead technologist, or technical specialist.
Demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties with or without accommodation.
Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Ability to work the designated schedule and exclusively nights and/or weekends, as stated in the posting.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds for approximately 25% of a typical workday; work seated approximately 50% and standing approximately 50% of a typical workday.
Ability to listen and speak on the telephone while writing, operate a telephone system, computer keyboard, and printer, and use a mobile device, tablet, or computer screen and/or type for approximately 75% of a typical workday.
Ability to grasp with both hands, pinch with thumb and forefinger, turn with hand/arm, and reach above shoulder height.
Ability to perform repetitive actions using laboratory tools and use near vision to view samples at close range.
Ability to comply with applicable personal protective equipment requirements.
Ability and means to travel between locations.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of laboratory supervision experience.
At least 6 years of experience that includes high-complexity testing in a clinical laboratory setting.
Certification from a nationally recognized agency such as ASCP, or state licensure determined to be equivalent.
At least 1 year of experience with Laboratory Information System (LIS) requirements and workflow needs.
At least 1 year of Quality Management experience, including strong knowledge of CLIA, CAP, OSHA, New York, and other related legislative or state health department requirements.

Responsibilities

Direct day-to-day laboratory operations and provide on-site supervision and consultation to laboratory personnel.
Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and requirements, including those of CLIA, CAP, OSHA, and other applicable organizations.
Maintain processes for staffing, recruiting, training, competency evaluation, and ongoing staff development.
Evaluate laboratory equipment and supply needs; ensure appropriate ordering and monitor supply usage and variances.
Work with laboratory leadership to keep expenses within the departmental budget and maintain appropriate staffing based on test volumes and turnaround-time requirements.
Verify test procedures and work with laboratory leadership to establish test performance characteristics, including precision and accuracy.
Maintain the Quality Management and Quality Control programs across pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical processes.
Resolve technical problems and ensure remedial action is taken when testing deviates from performance standards; ensure patient results are withheld until corrective actions are complete and systems function properly.
Review proficiency testing, corrected reports, incident reports, and quality control records at least monthly.
Identify training needs, sign technical training records, design training checklists, and ensure required training is completed.
Evaluate and document personnel competency, including observation of test performance, review of results and records, assessment of problem-solving skills, and required follow-up evaluations.
Lead, support, and guide the team; delegate work, assess performance, and provide feedback and training opportunities.
Uphold company mission and values and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance and work the designated schedule.
Use laboratory equipment and instrumentation, including pipettes, liquid handlers, and analyzers.
Travel between company locations as needed.