Supervisor, Clinical Laboratory, Pathology, Full Time Days, Summit, NJ

Atlantic Health System•Summit, NJ

2d•$50 - $88•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Laboratory Manager, the Supervisor oversees specimen processing, test performance, and result reporting. The role supports patient safety, workflow efficiency, and collaboration with the health care team to ensure accurate, quality results. The Supervisor provides oversight of the Anatomic Pathology laboratory team. The role is responsible for laboratory operations for the appropriate section or sections, including developing and implementing policies and procedures in collaboration with associated departments. It oversees coverage across all shifts and may include bench-level work when operational needs arise. The Supervisor serves as a technical resource, evaluates and implements procedures and instrumentation, and monitors technical performance, accuracy, and turnaround time. The Supervisor supports quality control and regulatory compliance by monitoring results and adherence to procedures, maintaining calibration and maintenance records, coordinating inspections, and ensuring required proficiency testing and documentation. The role also supports budgeting, financial performance, capital purchase recommendations, cost-saving efforts, and inventory management. The position leads and develops team members, manages performance and discipline, and oversees orientation, training, and competency. It participates in committees and meetings, communicates laboratory updates, addresses incident reports, collaborates across departments, and follows all Atlantic Health and department safety procedures.

Requirements

Meet CLIA personnel requirements for high-complexity testing through one of the listed qualifying credentials: MD or DO with a current medical license; doctoral degree in clinical laboratory science or a chemical, physical, or biological science; master's degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory, or a chemical, physical, or biological science; bachelor's degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory, or a chemical, physical, or biological science; or associate degree in a chemical, physical, or biological science, medical laboratory, or equivalent education and training.
Meet CLIA requirements for a General Supervisor through one of the listed qualifying pathways: qualification as a Director or Technical Supervisor for high-complexity testing; a relevant doctoral degree plus one year of training and experience in high-complexity testing; a relevant master's or bachelor's degree plus one year of training and experience in high-complexity testing; or an associate degree in medical laboratory technology (or pulmonary function) plus two years of laboratory (or blood gas analysis) training or experience, or both, in high-complexity testing.
Refer to CLIA regulation 42CFR493.1461 for additional General Supervisor qualifications.
Foreign education credentials require U.S. equivalency documentation by an AHS-approved agency.
ASCP, AMT, or defined equivalent certification required or eligibility for certification; must pass the exam within one year or when eligible per ASCP standards.
Organized, with a structured approach to tasks and orderly workspaces.
Detail-oriented, ensuring accuracy and consistency in daily responsibilities.
Physically capable of performing job duties requiring physical effort.
Communicates clearly and professionally with team members and other departments.
Able to independently identify and analyze problems, develop clear and concise solutions, and complete projects efficiently.
Able to adjust effectively to shifting priorities and workplace needs.

Nice To Haves

Previous high-complexity laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee specimen processing, test performance, result reporting, and Anatomic Pathology laboratory team operations.
Manage laboratory operations for assigned sections and establish and implement policies and procedures with associated departments.
Ensure appropriate staffing coverage across all shifts and participate in bench-level tasks when operational needs arise.
Serve as a technical resource; evaluate and implement new procedures and instrumentation.
Oversee technical performance, accuracy of results, and optimal turnaround time.
Follow quality control policies, document activities, maintain calibration and maintenance records, analyze and review results, and monitor compliance with quality control plans and standard operating procedures.
Support budget preparation and monitor financial performance; identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend capital purchases.
Manage inventory efficiently by maintaining supply levels and monitoring expiration dates.
Lead and participate in system and site committees and team meetings; communicate key laboratory and site updates.
Address incident reports and follow-up actions, and collaborate across departments to support Atlantic Health laboratory operations.
Lead and develop laboratory team members, foster a collaborative work environment, set performance expectations, support professional growth, and conduct discipline and performance management.
Maintain required proficiency testing and monitor regulatory compliance.
Coordinate self-inspections and onsite inspections and maintain and review regulatory documentation.
Oversee orientation, training, and competency of assigned team members and students.
Demonstrate knowledge of and follow Atlantic Health and department safety procedures.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage for team members working 22.5 hours per week or above.
Life and AD&D insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage, with options to supplement.
403(b) retirement plan with employer match and additional non-elective contribution.
PTO and paid sick leave.
Tuition assistance, advancement support, and academic advising.
Parental, adoption, and surrogacy leave.
Backup and on-site childcare.
Well-Being Rewards.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Fertility benefits and Healthy Pregnancy Program.
Flexible spending and commuter accounts.
Pet, home and auto, identity theft, and legal insurance.