Laboratory Supervisor

Labcorp•Murfreesboro, TN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

LabCorp is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Supervisor to join our team at Ascension St. Thomas Rutherford Hospital in Murfreesboro, TN. This role involves supervising the day-to-day operations of the Core Lab during evening and night shifts, ensuring accurate and timely laboratory test results. The supervisor will directly manage, train, and mentor laboratory personnel, monitor daily workflow, and schedule assay coverage. Key responsibilities include resolving production errors, driving process improvements, maintaining equipment through Quality Control, preparing Quality Assurance records, evaluating new process improvements, conducting regular coaching and feedback sessions with direct reports, performing bench work as needed, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. Administrative duties such as processing payroll and maintaining personnel files are also part of the role.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology
5 years or more of experience as a Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) generalist and/or blood bank MLS
TN Supervisor license
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

Nice To Haves

ASCP, AAB, or AMT certification
Non-traditional degrees with applicable science credits that meet CLIA standards may meet education requirement

Responsibilities

Supervise the day to day operations of the Core Lab on evenings and nights
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, and administrative duties as needed