Avery Market Laboratory Supervisor

UNC Health Appalachian; North Carolina; On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Retirement with employer match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Avery Market Laboratory Supervisor at UNC Health Appalachian will oversee day-to-day laboratory operations at Cannon Memorial Hospital, managing staff schedules and coordinating workflows to ensure safe, efficient patient-centered services. The role requires leadership experience and a strong emphasis on regulatory compliance.

Qualifications include an Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or related field, with a Bachelor’s preferred, plus BLS and ASCP/AMT credentials.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology/Technician or equivalent education meeting applicable laboratory personnel requirements.
• Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science, medical technology, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory or leadership experience in a laboratory setting.
• Current BLS certification.
• ASCP or AMT certification preferred.
• Experience with CAP/CLIA/JCAHO regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in MS Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily laboratory operations and staff scheduling.
• Lead departmental staff, coordinate workflow and performance development.
• Serve as primary laboratory liaison for hospital operations.
• Ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Staff scheduling

Communication

Customer service

MS Word

MS Excel

Education

Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology/Technician

Bachelor's degree in related field (preferred)

Tools

CAP/CLIA knowledge

Laboratory information systems

Job description

Newly Created Position

Full-time , Days , Day Shift

Avery Market Laboratory Supervisor

Location:Linville, North Carolina | Full-Time | Shifts Vary

Why You’ll Love Working Here

As an Avery Market Laboratory Supervisor at UNC Health Appalachian, you’ll oversee daily operations andmanage staff schedules, — all while supporting our mission to provide excellent, compassionate care across the High Country.

• Compensation: Starting pay begins at $33.93per hour, with competitive rates based on experience and education.
• Schedule: Full-time, variable shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Benefits: Comprehensive medical/dental/vision coverage, retirement with employer match, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, wellness incentives, and employee discounts.

What You’ll Do as an Avery Market Laboratory Supervisor

The Cannon Memorial Hospital Laboratory Supervisor provides day-to-day operational leadership for laboratory services at Cannon Memorial Hospital and supports safe, efficient, patient-centered laboratory operations across the hospital, outpatient services, and the behavioral health hospital. The Supervisor leads departmental employees, coordinates staffing and workflow, supports employee performance and development, and serves as the primary laboratory liaison for Cannon hospital operations.

Position Qualifications

Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology/Technician or equivalent education meeting applicable laboratory personnel requirements; bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science, medical technology, or a related chemical or biological science preferred.

Experience

Minimum 2 years of laboratory, regulatory, technical, supervisory, or leadership experience preferred.

Experience with CAP, CLIA, AABB, Joint Commission, and CMS regulatory requirements.

Experience with employee training, quality activities, and multi-department collaboration preferred

Required Registration/License/Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Current nationally recognized laboratory certification (e.g., ASCP or AMT).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to communicate courteously and effectively with the public, patients, family, staff, and physician and acts within the chain of command, utilizing positive verbal and non-verbal skills

Competent in delivering safe and effective patient care within legal limits of license and certifications and hospital policies and procedures

Ability to demonstrate exceptional customer service to patients, family, staff, and physicians

Working knowledge of MS Word and MS Excel

Knowledge of Acute Care Operations of the Department and Information Systems

Significant knowledge in principles and practices of departmental clinical processes and familiarity with departmental equipment

Physical Demands

Lifts, positions, pushes, pulls, and/or transfers up to and greater than 50 pounds

Manual dexterity and mobility

Prolonged, extensive or considerable sitting/standing/walking

Bending, squatting, twisting, and turning

Near acuity: ability to see clearly at 20 inches or less

Working Conditions

Regularly exposed to the risk of bloodborne diseases

Frequently exposed to hazards from electrical/mechanical/power equipment, odorous chemicals, and specimens, and unpleasant elements (accident, injury, slippery surfaces, uneven surfaces), etc.

Subject to irregular hours (days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays) and emergencies

Continuous standing and walking long periods = to or greater than > 8 hours per shift

Speaking, reading, and writing, expanded > 8 hours per day

Exposed to vibration and cramped spaces > 1-hour day

Frequently per shift: lifts, carries, pushes, and/or pulls > 50 lbs.

Frequently per hour: bends, squats, kneels, twists, turns and reaches

Frequently per minute: hand, finger, and wrist repetition and moderate dexterity

Frequently per hour: exposed to soft voices > 3 feet away

Frequently per hour: exposed to close eye work

Infrequently exposed to Ionizing/nonionizing radiation exposure, including x-ray and microwave

Frequently exposed to laboratory reagents

About UNC Health Appalachian
It's official - UNC Health Appalachian earned an "A" in the fall 2023 Leapfrog Patient Safety Grades! UNC Health Appalachian, the leader for healthcare in the High Country, comprises three hospitals, 13 medical practices, Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center, The Rehabilitation Center, and Appalachian Regional Healthcare Foundation. UNC Health Appalachian stays committed to promoting health in the High Country, enhancing quality of life, and simply “making life better.”

About UNC Health
UNC Health is a state entity and an affiliated enterprise of the University of North Carolina system, comprised of 14 hospitals, 18 hospital campuses and more than 500 clinics along with the clinical patient care programs of the UNC School of Medicine (SOM). It exists to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others we serve and to further the teaching mission of the University of North Carolina SOM. Over the past three years, UNC Health has provided more than $400 million in uncompensated or charity care to the citizens of North Carolina. Our hospitals have received numerous awards and recognition for quality care, patient safety and the overall patient experience. For more information, please visit unchealth.org.

UNC Health Appalachian embraces diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. We value a workforce that reflects a variety of backgrounds and perspectives, as it enhances our ability to provide outstanding care. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. UNC Health Appalachian is committed to providing a fair and inclusive hiring process and a workplace where all team members feel respected and empowered. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us.

Employment at UNC Health Appalachian is contingent upon successful completion of a background and drug screen. For accommodations or additional information, contact [e-mail] .