Supervisor, Cologuard Laboratory – 2nd Shift

Abbott•Madison, WI

11d•$78,000 - $156,000•Onsite

About The Position

Abbott is hiring a Supervisor, Cologuard Laboratory, to direct day-to-day clinical laboratory operations under the direction of the Director of Laboratory Operations or designee. The supervisor provides general oversight and development of laboratory staff, helps ensure quality standards are met, provides technical expertise, and serves as a liaison to internal and external entities as needed. The role oversees the laboratory quality management program and ensures that laboratory operations and staff comply with applicable requirements from CLIA, CAP, OSHA, and other regulatory organizations. The position meets CAP requirements for a General Supervisor. The role is scheduled Tuesday through Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., and is required to work exclusively nights and/or weekends. The base pay range is $78,000–$156,000; pay may vary in specific locations. The position is located at 650 Forward Dr, Madison, Wisconsin. Abbott describes itself as a global healthcare leader with 122,000 colleagues serving people in more than 160 countries.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in chemical, biological, or clinical laboratory/medical technology science.
At least 4 years of experience including high-complexity testing in a clinical laboratory setting, with at least 1 year involving molecular pathology methods.
At least 2 years in a role with progressively increasing responsibilities, such as quality control, lead technologist, or technical specialist.
Demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties, with or without accommodation.
Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Ability to work exclusively nights and/or weekends and maintain the designated schedule.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds for approximately 25% of a typical working day; work seated for approximately 50% and standing for approximately 50% of a typical working day; and use a mobile device, tablet, or computer screen and/or type for approximately 75% of a typical working day.
Ability to listen and speak on the telephone while writing, and to operate a telephone system, computer keyboard, and printer.
Ability to comply with applicable personal protective equipment requirements; grasp with both hands, pinch, turn, reach above shoulder height, and perform repetitive actions using laboratory tools.
Ability to use near vision to view samples at close range and operate laboratory equipment, including pipettes, liquid handlers, analyzers, and other assigned instrumentation, for extended periods.
May be exposed to hazardous materials, tissue specimens, moving instrument parts, lasers, heating and freezing elements, and high-speed centrifugation.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of laboratory supervision experience.
At least 6 years of experience including high-complexity testing in a clinical laboratory setting.
Certification from a nationally recognized agency such as ASCP, or state licensure determined to be equivalent.
At least 1 year of experience with Laboratory Information System (LIS) requirements and workflow needs.
At least 1 year of experience working with Quality Management, including knowledge of CLIA, CAP, OSHA, New York, and other relevant legislative, state health department, and organizational requirements.

Responsibilities

Direct day-to-day laboratory operations under the direction of the Director of Laboratory Operations or designee.
Identify and understand applicable regulatory requirements and ensure laboratory compliance.
Work with support staff to maintain processes for staffing, recruiting, training, competency evaluation, and continuing education.
Supervise laboratory personnel and provide accessible, on-site consultation.
Evaluate laboratory equipment and supply needs; ensure appropriate ordering; and monitor supply usage and variances.
Work with laboratory leadership to keep expenses within the departmental budget and review test volumes to support appropriate staffing and turnaround times.
Verify test procedures and work with laboratory leadership to establish test performance characteristics, including precision and accuracy.
Maintain the Quality Management and Quality Control programs and monitor pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical testing processes.
Resolve technical problems with technical staff and ensure remedial action is taken when testing deviates from performance standards.
Ensure patient results are withheld until corrective actions are complete and systems are functioning properly.
Identify training needs, ensure required training is performed, sign technical training records, and design training checklists.
Evaluate and document laboratory personnel competency, including direct observation, review of results and records, assessment of test performance, and assessment of problem-solving skills.
Review proficiency testing, corrected reports, incident reports, and quality control at least monthly.
Evaluate and document performance and competency six months after initial employment and annually thereafter, or before reporting results following method or instrumentation changes.
Lead, support, and guide the team; delegate responsibilities; assess performance; and provide feedback and training opportunities.
Uphold company mission and values and comply with the company Quality Management System policies and procedures.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance and work the designated schedule.