Lab Supervisor – Blood Bank

Labcorp•Salem, NJ

2d•$90,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Blood Bank Lab Supervisor to join our team at Inspira in Mannington, NJ. This role involves supervising the day-to-day operations of the Blood Bank department, ensuring accurate and timely performance of laboratory tests and reporting of results. The supervisor will directly manage, train, and mentor laboratory personnel, monitor daily workflow, and schedule assay coverage. Responsibilities also include resolving production errors, driving continuous process improvements, ensuring equipment maintenance through Quality Control, and preparing Quality Assurance records. The role may involve performing bench work to maintain technical proficiency and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. Administrative duties, including payroll and personnel file management, are also part of the role. The supervisor will provide oversight to additional network locations and support the network ambulatory team for regulatory compliance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology
3 years or more of clinical laboratory testing experience
ASCP or AMT certification

Nice To Haves

1 year or more of supervising or leading a team
2 years or more of Blood Bank testing experience
In lieu of education requirements listed above, non-traditional degrees with applicable science credits that meet CLIA standards may meet education requirements
Understanding of laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures
Experience working in a high volume laboratory environment
Strong working knowledge of CLIA, CAP and relevant state regulations
Ability to work independently and within a team environment
Proficient with computers; Familiarity with laboratory information systems
High level of attention to detail along with strong communication and organizational skills
Comfortability making decisions in a changing environment
Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position
Able to pass a standardized color blindness test
Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs

Responsibilities

Supervise the day to day operations of the Blood Bank department
Ensure laboratory tests are accurately performed and results are reported in a timely manner
Directly supervise, train, and mentor laboratory personnel of the department
Monitor daily workflow in the lab and schedule adequate assay coverage
Responsible for ensuring all shifts in the department are properly staffed
Research and resolve any production errors while escalating when necessary
Engage in continuous process and service level improvements
Ensure all equipment is being properly maintained through Quality Control
Prepare and maintain Quality Assurance records and documents
Evaluate new process improvements and make appropriate recommendations
Meet regularly with direct reports to provide coaching and feedback for their development
Perform bench work as needed and maintain proficiency/competency in technical operations
Ensure all work is in accordance with state and Federal regulations
Responsible for administering and managing policies and procedures
Process and maintain payroll and personnel files
Perform administrative duties as needed
Will provide oversight to additional network locations as needed
Will provide support to network ambulatory team to ensure regulatory compliance as needed