Technical Supervisor - Clinical Laboratory

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 76,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health is seeking a Laboratory Technical Supervisor for the Central Zone, overseeing the Hants Community Hospital and the Cobequid Community Health Centre. The role involves managing core lab, blood collection, and Point of Care Testing with an onsite presence across locations.

The candidate will have a Medical Laboratory Science degree, NSRMLS licensure, CSMLS certification, and substantial management experience, with strong leadership and communication skills. Travel is required.

Qualifications

• Licensed with NSRMLS (formerly NSCMLT)
• CSMLS certification required
• 4 years of lab experience with management program or willingness to complete within 3 years
• Previous management experience and staff supervision preferred
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills
• Excellent organization and decision-making skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of Cerner LIS; core lab experience preferred
• French language skills are an asset

Responsibilities

• Supervise core laboratory operations at two locations with rotating onsite presence
• Ensure timely, accurate test results and cost-effective service delivery
• Handle staffing, scheduling, overtime and vacation approvals
• Collaborate with leadership and medical staff to implement policies
• Respond to customers (patients, physicians, hospitals) on service delivery
• Participate in short- and long-term service planning and coordination

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Communication skills

Organization skills

Education

Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science

MSc in a relevant discipline

Tools

Cerner LIS

Job description

Req ID: 215971
Location: Central Zone, Hants Community Hospital
Department: PLM Clinical Laboratory HCH
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1
Union: MGMT/NON-Union Management/Non Union Position
Posting Closing Date: 26-Aug-26

About The Opportunity

Reporting to the Community Based Laboratory Manager and working collaboratively with the Pathology and Laboratory Medicine management team and medical staff the Laboratory Technical Supervisor is responsible for the efficient, timely, cost-effective quality driven operation of the laboratory services at the Hants Community Hospital and Cobequid Community Health Centre in Central Zone. The Technical Supervisor supervises operations at both locations, rotating between locations to ensure an onsite presence. Areas of responsibility includes the core laboratory, blood collection services, and Point of Care Testing. The supervisor works closely with the leadership team and staff to implement policies and procedures in congruence with the overall corporate plan as it relates to the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. The supervisor ensures the provision of rapid, accurate test results by effectively deploying staff in the performance of routine, emergency and specialized testing and the operation of equipment. The supervisor consults with and responds to customers (patients, physicians, hospitals, nursing units and other internal and external clients), regarding delivery of services. The Supervisor participates in short and long-term planning responsibility, including planning for new, revised or expanded service. The Supervisor performs administrative functions such as scheduling, time capture and approval of overtime and vacation.

About You

• Graduate of an approved program in Medical Laboratory Science or MSc. in relevant discipline.
• Must be licensed with NSRMLS (formerly NSCMLT)
• Certification with CSMLS is required
• Medical Laboratory Technologist with four (4) years progressively more responsible experience in a laboratory, plus completion of a management program or commitment to successfully complete a management program in three years and/or a combination of education, training and progressively more responsible experience
• Previous management experience and direct supervision of staff in a laboratory setting is strongly preferred
• Demonstrated supervisory and leadership skills
• Excellent organization and decision-making skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills are essential
• Previous experience in a core lab setting preferred
• In-depth knowledge of Cerner Laboratory Information System (LIS), as related to the function of the Core lab preferred
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Hours

• Permanent full time position; 75 hours biweekly
• Travel is required

Compensation And Benefits

Pay Scale Type: / Non-Union
Band: 4
Hourly Rate: $39.05 - $47.84
Annual Salary: $76,150.48 - $93,284.34
Successful candidates may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health, dental, and travel insurance; long-term disability and life insurance coverage; and a defined benefit pension plan. Additional wellness, development, and employee support programs may also be available.

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we’re a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.
From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you’ll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is a Management/Non Union bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.