Laboratory Supervisor

Job Title: Laboratory Supervisor
Job Location: Roanoke, VA
Job Duration: Direct Hire
 
Overview: Under direction of the manager/director, plan, organize, schedule and direct the work of the section in order to effectively maximize employees, equipment and material utilization within budgetary constraints while adhering to quality technical standards. Accountable for quantity and quality of specimens handled and test results.
 
Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee activities of the department, distribute/assign work, determine priorities, schedule non-routine procedures.
• Perform supervisory functions for their assigned staff including interviewing, hiring, training and providing staff development through performance evaluation and corrective counselling.
• Perform advanced/specialized tests and other related laboratory techniques. May duplicate work of others to confirm test results. Re-evaluate methodology, make recommended changes and assists in test interpretation. Determine if further testing should be done on
• samples or if test should be repeated.
• Check/approve all specialized and problem reports for accuracy.
• Initiate quality-control measures and monitor quality of work for adherence to laboratory standards.
• Perform duties of technologist as necessitated by absence or peak workload.
• Completes special projects as requested - surveys, statistical reports, studies, research, etc.
• Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional and sanitary condition.

 
Required Work Experience:

• Minimum 4-5 years full-time supervisory experience is highly preferred.
• As little as 1-2 years is acceptable only if the candidate has good people skills
• Certified MLS or MLT, along with 4-year degree in scientific field REQUIRED
• 1-3 years hands on experience in hospital Micro/Molecular laboratory testing.
• Microbiology experience is a MUST, and it has to be hands on and not simply research.
• Comprehensive theoretical and operational job knowledge in designated specialty required.
• Knowledge of organizational/departmental policies and procedures.
• Required to handle biological samples and potentially hazardous chemicals