Clinical Lab Scientist Sr. Supervisor

Davita Inc.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 268,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in San Francisco seeks a Clinical Lab Scientist Sr. Supervisor to oversee departmental operations. The role involves technical oversight, personnel management, compliance with quality standards, and ensuring effective laboratory services supporting patient care. Candidates should have substantial clinical experience and proven leadership skills in a high-volume laboratory setting.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in clinical laboratory with supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of laboratory concepts and current methodologies.
• Ability to apply clinical principles in a laboratory setting.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing all technical operations and personnel management.
• Ensuring compliance with quality assurance standards.
• Managing laboratory budget and regulatory oversight.

Skills

Organizational skills

Quality assurance methods

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related area

Job description

Clinical Lab Scientist Sr. Supervisor

Clinical Lab - Mount Zion

Full Time

85116BR

Job Summary

The Sr. Supervisor of the department is responsible for full operational oversight of the department. This includes but is not limited to all technical aspects, personnel management, budgetary oversight, and regulatory oversight.

Supervises employees in highly technical sub-specialty area. Directly oversees all the technical operations of the laboratory, enforcing standard operating procedures and research methods. Responsible for laboratory meeting quality assurance standards.

Involves testing on clinical specimens for information about the health of a patient, for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. Disciplines include chemistry, blood banking, hematology, microbiology, immunology, cytology, histology, pathology and cytogenetics. May include highly technical sub- specialty areas such as enzyme assay, steroid assay, radioimmunoassay, toxicology, electrophoresis, rheumatology, tissue typing, and virology.

Workdays and hours are subject to change pending laboratory needs. The normal working schedule for this position is Monday to Friday day shift, typically start at 8:00am to 4:30 pm but hours may vary. The senior supervisor may need to work off shift, weekends, and holiday work may be required pending laboratory needs. This position is exempt. The senior supervisor must be available to take call outside of the regular day shift when locally available.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $118,000 - $268,000 (Annual Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• Five years of recent experience in the high volume and complexity clinical laboratory with chemistry, hematology and transfusion services sections of which at least 3 years must have been in a supervisory position
• Maintains current knowledge of laboratory concepts, new methodologies and advances in the field of specimen processing, automation, and procedures
• Ability to apply principles in a clinical laboratory setting
• Knowledge of Clinical Laboratory, medical center, HR and UC policies and processes
• Thorough knowledge of all relevant sub-specialty area industry, health and safety, federal, and state regulations.
• Ability to organize assigned staff and laboratory operations in an efficient and effective manner
• Highly developed personal organizational skills
• Knowledge of quality assurance methods and ability to apply principles to design quality systems
• Proven ability to multi-task and reliably manage multiple projects through from inception to completion on schedule in a complex, challenging environment
• Flexibility to adjust to constantly changing priorities
• Verbal and written communication skills to explain technical clinical specialty concepts, actively listen, persuade, advise, and counsel
• Ability to use laboratory's application programs
• Skills to perform data checks using queries, visual review and other appropriate means to verify data accuracy
• Skills to evaluate issues and identify solutions within defined procedures and policies
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems and suggest solutions through critical thinking process
• Interpersonal skills to independently convey information with authority, handle highly sensitive matters and interact with high level contacts from other organizations

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensure in specialty area preferred

License/Certification

• California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License

About UCSF

At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what's possible for the patients we serve - a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.

Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report - UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Organization

Health

Job Code and Payroll Title

006569 CLIN LAB SUPV 2

Job Category

Clinical Labs, Supervisory / Management

Bargaining Unit

99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

San Francisco, CA

Campus

Mount Zion (SF)

Work Style

Fully On-Site

Shift

Days, Variable

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

Monday-Friday; Variable