Core Laboratory Supervisor - Rapid Chemistry Focus

The Nebraska Medical Center•Omaha, NE

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Serious Medicine is what we do. Being extraordinary is who we are. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding this promise to our patients and their families. Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Position Highlights: We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Core Laboratory Supervisor with a strong foundation in Medical Laboratory Science (Scientist) and a rapid chemistry operations focus with proven leadership capabilities. This role is critical in driving operational excellence across multiple shifts, particularly evening and overnight teams. The ideal candidate will demonstrate: Leadership Skills : Strategic oversight of daily lab operations and staffing Ability to coach, mentor, and develop team members across experience levels Skilled in conflict resolution, performance management, and fostering accountability Experience leading change initiatives and process improvements Strong communication and collaboration across departments and with external partners Technical Chemistry Expertise : Deep understanding of rapid chemistry workflows and instrumentation Proficiency in maintaining and troubleshooting middleware systems (e.g., Remisol) Familiarity with quality control protocols, reagent management, and calibration procedures Ability to interpret complex data and ensure compliance with regulatory standards Experience with LIS integration and optimizing lab informatics This position plays a key role in ensuring high-quality, efficient lab operations while cultivating a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. Shift Details: Daytime Hours with some flexibility required to support evening and overnight teams. Why Work at Nebraska Medicine? Together. Extraordinary. Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration. Leading Health Network Work with the region’s top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care. Dignity and Respect: We value all backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve. Educational Support Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs. Enjoy support for your personal growth within the organization, from those just starting their healthcare careers to those who are years down the path. Be part of something extraordinary at Nebraska Medicine! Serve on the leadership team as a supervisor for the designated operation by overseeing all aspects of day-to-day laboratory operations. Partner closely with colleagues to serve as a clinical expert, regularly model/mentor and train colleagues on technical skills, make decisions regarding daily priorities for the work group, provide guidance to and/or assist staff on non-routine or escalated issues and complete performance appraisals and/or disciplinary actions.

Requirements

Minimum of two years recent laboratory experience required.
Minimum of two years of experience to include the majority of the following: serve as a clinical expert for a group of employees, regularly model/mentor and train employees on technical skills, make decisions regarding daily priorities for a work group, provide guidance to and/or assist staff on non-routine or escalated issues and provide input on performance appraisals and/or disciplinary actions required.
Bachelor's degree in a scientific field or medical laboratory science required.
Ability to exhibit strong leadership, planning and organizational skills required.
Ability to work independently, exercise creativity/innovation and be attentive to detail required.
Strong interpersonal skills required.
Ability to problem solve and exhibit strong judgment skills in a well-thought out and timely fashion and determine appropriate course of action in significantly complex situations required.
ASCP or ASHI/ACHI certification or other recognized certification related to the area of supervisory responsibilities required.
Individuals who were certified beginning January 1, 2004 maintaining their certification by participation in the ASCP - Board of Certification (BOC) Certification Maintenance Program (ASCP)CM required.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience in data collection, analysis and interpretation preferred.
Some management or leadership experience preferred.
Experience with Beckman Coulter chemistry analyzers and automation
Master's degree in a scientific field or related health care field preferred.
Experience with Microsoft Office applications preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve on the leadership team as a supervisor for the designated operation by overseeing all aspects of day-to-day laboratory operations.
Partner closely with colleagues to serve as a clinical expert, regularly model/mentor and train colleagues on technical skills
Make decisions regarding daily priorities for the work group
Provide guidance to and/or assist staff on non-routine or escalated issues
Complete performance appraisals and/or disciplinary actions.