DLO Reference Laboratory Supervisor

Quest Diagnostics•Oklahoma City, OK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Diagnostic Laboratory of Oklahoma (DLO) is seeking a Laboratory Supervisor for their Oklahoma City location. This position operates on a day shift with varied hours based on business needs. The supervisor will oversee department activities, distribute work, determine priorities, and schedule non-routine procedures. Key responsibilities include performing supervisory functions such as interviewing, hiring, training, and performance evaluation. The role also involves performing advanced/specialized tests, re-evaluating methodology, interpreting test results, and initiating quality-control measures. The supervisor will maintain laboratory areas and equipment, complete training and competency checklists, and adhere to all established CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and laboratory safety requirements. They will also answer client questions, participate in regulatory inspections, and complete special projects as requested.

Requirements

Comprehensive theoretical and operational job knowledge in designated specialty required.
Knowledge of organizational/departmental policies and procedures.
Proven leadership and problem-solving skills.
Must be detail-oriented, can work independently, establish work priorities and handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency.
Interpersonal and communication skills are necessary to deal courteously and effectively with employees, co-workers and clients.
Ability to deal with client information in a confidential manner.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems.
Minimum 3-5 years full-time supervisory Generalist/Core experience.
Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally; objects 36 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted or carried and objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.
Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time.
May be required to use a wide variety of manual and automated pipettes and laboratory instruments and apparatuses all of which demand significant manual dexterity.

Responsibilities

Oversee activities of the department, distribute/assign work, determine priorities, schedule non-routine procedures.
Perform supervisory functions for their assigned staff including interviewing, hiring, training and providing staff development through performance evaluation and corrective counseling.
Perform advanced/specialized tests and other related laboratory techniques.
May duplicate work of others to confirm test results.
Re-evaluate methodology, make recommended changes and assist in test interpretation.
Determine if further testing should be done on samples or if test should be repeated.
Check/approve all specialized and problem reports for accuracy.
Initiate quality-control measures and monitor quality of work for adherence to laboratory standards.
Perform duties of technologist as necessitated by absence or peak workload.
Completes special projects as requested - surveys, statistical reports, studies, research, etc.
Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional and sanitary condition.
Complete training and competency checklists as appropriate.
Adheres to all established CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA and laboratory safety requirements.
Required to use (a) personal protective equipment, (b) engineering controls and/or (c) practice controls as directed by management.
Answer questions from clients or other lab personnel, if applicable.
Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections, if needed.
Other duties as assigned.