Laboratory Supervisor (FT, Days) - Stratford

Thomas Jefferson University•Stratford, NJ

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the divisional Laboratory Director or Manager, the Laboratory Supervisor provides clinical and technical supervision of medical laboratory technologists and technicians to meet daily testing demands and department operational needs. The Supervisor coordinates and oversees staff activities in core and/or specialty laboratory areas and maintains standards in accordance with department, hospital, and regulatory agency requirements. The role serves as a communication link between medical staff, nursing, and the laboratory, collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other practitioners on special or difficult patient cases. The Supervisor may perform bench testing when necessary and must be able to fulfill all duties of an MT/MLT. The position oversees daily laboratory operations and technical staff, supports employee performance, training, work assignment, and problem resolution, and works with the Manager or Director on personnel matters. It supervises bench testing, evaluates process efficiency, and may oversee personnel administration, supplies, staffing, and schedules. The Supervisor develops and maintains laboratory procedures and guidelines, evaluates reagents and equipment, promotes regulatory compliance, helps control costs and support budget preparation, advises on technical studies and troubleshooting, instructs staff and laboratory users, and contributes to quality control and performance improvement programs.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Medical Technology or a related field.
Seven years of related experience in a medical laboratory setting.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or a related field.
One year of prior supervisory experience.
CP-BC (Clinical Pathologist-Board Certified) credential from the American Board of Pathology.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily laboratory operations and supervise technical staff, including appraising performance and providing regular and annual feedback.
Train employees; plan, assign, and direct work; address complaints; and resolve problems in accordance with organizational policies.
Work with the Manager or Director on employee hiring, termination, rewards, and discipline as needed.
Supervise bench testing to ensure accurate and reliable results, and analyze testing information to assess process efficiency.
Oversee personnel-related administration, including employee records and timesheets, and anticipate supply and staffing needs and prepare work schedules where applicable.
Develop and maintain laboratory guidelines and procedure manuals for effective instrument and equipment use and quality control.
Evaluate new reagents and equipment according to established standards.
Understand, comply with, and promote requirements of regulatory agencies, including TJC, CAP, OSHA, DOH, and FDA.
Oversee daily operations to control costs and maintain operations within budget guidelines; assist the Manager or Director with annual budget preparation as needed.
Consult with laboratory staff, physicians, and other customers to assist with performing and interpreting technical studies.
Serve as a consultant for technical troubleshooting.
Instruct departmental personnel and laboratory users on technical procedures to improve efficiency and ensure compliance with department standards.
Provide educational experiences for staff.
Participate in developing, continuing, and monitoring quality control and performance improvement programs.
Perform clinical bench testing when necessary and fulfill the duties of an MT/MLT.

Benefits

Medical insurance, including prescription coverage.
Supplemental insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Life and AD&D insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Flexible spending accounts.
Retirement plans.
Tuition assistance.
Voluntary benefits, including access to group insurance rates and discounts.
Tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full-time service or two years of part-time service.
Medical insurance, including prescription coverage, is available to all colleagues, including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, Jeff Temps, and those working less than part-time.