Assistant Supervisor Laboratory

2600 White Plains Hospital Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 114,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

White Plains Hospital Medical Center in White Plains, NY is seeking a CLAB Clinical Lab Technologist for the night shift (11:30 PM–7:30 AM).

The role involves supervising tests, training staff, ensuring bench testing competency, maintaining QC programs, and coordinating with vendors on instrument issues.

Candidates should hold a BS in Clinical Technology or related science, NYS CLAB certification, 4–6 years hospital lab experience, and demonstrated leadership and strong customer service skills.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Clinical Technology or related science required.
• 4-6 years hospital lab experience.
• New York State CLAB certification required.
• ASCP Histotechnician certification preferred.
• Strong leadership and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervises tests and trains staff on specialized tests.
• Oversees bench testing and ensures staff competency.
• Maintains quality control program and monthly QC reports.
• Ensures safety standards and regulatory compliance.
• Interacts with vendors to resolve instrument issues.
• Develops departmental goals and participates in staffing.
• Interviews prospective candidates.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

BS degree in Clinical Technology or related science

ASCP Histotechnician (certified)

NCA Certification Preferred

Job description

City/State: White Plains, New York Department: Lab Am And Pm Techs_1 Work Shift: Night Work Days: MON-FRI, ALTERNATING WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS Scheduled Hours: 11:30 PM -7:30 AM Hours Per Pay Period: 75 Pay Rate/Range: $114,328.50 - $147,088.50 For positions that have only a rate listed, the displayed rate is the hiring rate but could be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education or other relevant factors.

Essential Functions

Leadership and Department Oversight: Ensures delivery of quality departmental services in compliance with hospital policies and regulatory/accreditation agency standards. Serves as a positive change agent by supporting hospital initiatives and participates in committees, task forces and projects when appropriate. As required, participates in the Performance Improvement Program as defined by the organization. Demonstrates positive customer service, fosters positive employee relations and assures that staff adhere to the Customer Service Behavioral Standards. Utilizes multiple communication to ensure effective information flow Personnel Management and Training: Supervises tests performed as well as trains and assists laboratory staff with specialized tests. Performs bench testing regularly and when staffing requires assistance Assures completion of staff orientation, annual and ongoing competency and education requirements. Verify personnel are trained and deemed proficient prior to performing testing on patient specimens independently and have completed competency assessments as needed. Ensure action is taken when personnel do not perform well on competency assessments Documents test implementation and training for staff. Is actively involved in assisting with the development of effective utilization of laboratory/computer software to include instrument interfacing, tests, worksheets and report formatting. Quality Assurance: Oversees the Quality Control Program and prepares monthly QC reports; submits inter-laboratory comparisons when appropriate. Monitoring and ensuring that acceptable performance specifications are maintained, including: Review of quality control, scheduled instrument and equipment maintenance, and other quality assurance activities as assigned. Ensure test system performance by initiating preventive or corrective actions when procedures deviate from established specifications including ensuring that test results are not reported until nonconformances are resolved and the system meets laboratory performance specifications Monitors turn-around-time for applicable assays Communication and escalating issues including non-conformities to the attention of laboratory management including the medical director. Adheres to safety standards for employees and patients. Troubleshoots instrument malfunction when needed and works with vendors to resolve issues. Maintains inventory and ordering as appropriate for supplies Prepares section payroll and time sheets as required. Develops and submits departmental goals and objectives as required by the Division Administrative Director and Section Supervisor. Interviews prospective candidates Attends and participates in educational programs or activities to maintain current level of knowledge or expertise to manage department. All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

BS degree in Clinical Technology or related science required 4-6 years At least four years of relevant hospital experience Required Keeps abreast of accrediting agencies regulatory standards for the Laboratory to meet compliance (High proficiency) Leadership and problem-solving capabilities (High proficiency) Maintains effective communication within and outside the Laboratory Department. (High proficiency) Strong customer service skills (High proficiency) CLAB Clinical Lab Technologist - New York State Required ASCP - Histotechnician - AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR CLINICAL PATHOLOGY (ASCP) Preferred NCA Preferred

White Plains Hospital Medical Center is an equal employment opportunity employer. White Plains Hospital Medical Center will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

White Plains Hospital is a proud member of the Montefiore Health System, serving as its tertiary hub of advanced care in the Hudson Valley. The Hospital is a 292-bed not-for-profit health care organization with the primary mission of providing exceptional acute and preventive medical care to all people who live in, work in or visit Westchester County and its surrounding areas. White Plains Hospital has outpatient medical facilities across Westchester, including multispecialty practices in Armonk, Hawthorne, Larchmont, New Rochelle, Rye Brook, Scarsdale, Somers, Yonkers and Yorktown Heights; and Scarsdale Medical Group locations in Harrison and Scarsdale.

The Hospital is fully accredited by the Joint Commission, and in 2025 received another 5-star rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) the highest distinction offered by the federal agency for the fourth consecutive year. In addition, the Hospital received its third Magnet designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), a distinction held by only two percent of hospitals in the country. White Plains Hospital has consistently received the Outstanding Patient Experience Award from Healthgrades, and in 2025 was awarded an "A" Safety Grade from the Leapfrog Group for the 14th consecutive time.