Lab Supervisor

Labcorp•Portland, OR

25d•Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Lab Supervisor to join our team at the Halsey Lab in Portland, OR. This role is crucial for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Microbiology laboratory, ensuring accurate and timely test results, and leading a team of laboratory professionals. The position involves direct supervision, training, and mentoring of personnel, monitoring workflow, and managing staffing to ensure adequate assay coverage. The Lab Supervisor will also be responsible for researching and resolving production errors, driving continuous process improvements, ensuring equipment maintenance through Quality Control, and preparing Quality Assurance records. Additionally, this role involves evaluating new process improvements, conducting regular meetings with direct reports for coaching and development, performing bench work as needed to maintain proficiency, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. Administrative duties, including payroll and personnel file management, are also part of the responsibilities.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

1 year or more of previous supervisor/leadership experience
Strong working knowledge of CLIA, CAP and relevant state regulations
Understanding of laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures
Proficient with Laboratory Information Systems and Microsoft Office
Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
High level of attention to detail with strong 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

Responsibilities

Supervise the day to day operations of the Microbiology laboratory
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