Microbiology Supervisor

HCA Healthcare•Denver, CO

About The Position

The Microbiology Supervisor oversees day-to-day technical and non-technical laboratory resources and operations at a market laboratory, ensuring organizational and regulatory requirements are met. The role is based in a modern, spacious facility equipped with advanced equipment and instruments. The laboratory is not hospital-connected and operates 24/7, serving a broad spectrum of patient cases and supporting HCA Healthcare’s network of hospitals and care sites. The supervisor leads staff hiring, orientation, training, competency assessment, work assignments, performance feedback, and employee conduct. The role contributes to department goals for service, quality, compliance, financial performance, and patient and employee satisfaction, and works with the department medical director on policies and performance metrics. The supervisor oversees accreditation preparation, quality control and assurance, and continuous quality improvement. The posted schedule is full time, Monday through Friday, days, with no weekends.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Biomedical Science, Biology, or Chemistry.
National certification as a Medical Technologist.
Three years of experience as a Microbiology Technologist.
Thorough knowledge of laboratory methods, microbiology, infectious disease processes, and correlation of disease states and results, using independent judgment.
Thorough knowledge of laboratory accreditation and regulatory compliance requirements.
Thorough knowledge of laboratory billing guidelines.
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present ideas and concepts concisely to groups.
Effective team-building and organizational skills.
Ability to supervise, teach, coach, and motivate staff.
Effective and proactive problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Ability to prioritize, develop, and execute plans.

Responsibilities

Supervise day-to-day laboratory technical and non-technical resources and operations to meet organizational and regulatory requirements.
Execute programs for staff hiring, orientation, training, competency, and work assignment.
Provide ongoing staff performance feedback through coaching, performance reviews, and counseling.
Oversee employee output and be responsible for employee conduct.
Contribute to department goals for service, quality, regulatory compliance, financial performance, and patient and employee satisfaction.
Work with the department medical director to develop and review department policies and metrics for quality, service, and operations.
Monitor compliance with standards set by CAP, JCAHO, CLIA, FDA, and CMS.
Lead department accreditation preparation.
Oversee quality control and assurance programs related to test methodology, protocols, equipment, and supplies.
Participate actively in Continuous Quality Improvement.
Develop and implement a communication plan to ensure staff receives information.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine benefits.
Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
Paid time off and paid family leave.
Long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence.
401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, based on years of service.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Flexible spending accounts.
Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, and dependent scholarships.
Additional fertility and family-building benefits and adoption assistance.
Life insurance and supplemental health protection plans.
Legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.