Clinical Microbiology Laboratory Supervisor

University Of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Clinical Microbiology Laboratory Supervisor to lead a dynamic team in a cutting-edge academic laboratory. This full-time position involves overseeing quality assurance processes, training staff, and managing daily operations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in clinical microbiology and a strong background in bacteriology. Join a collaborative environment where your expertise will contribute to innovative testing and development in the field. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on laboratory practices while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a clinical laboratory with supervisory experience preferred.
• Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee training and competency of laboratory personnel.
• Ensure quality assurance and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Manage scheduling and payroll for laboratory staff.

Skills

Clinical Microbiology

Bacteriology

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Training and Education

Education

Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science

Bachelor of Science in Biological Science

Job description

Clinical Microbiology Laboratory Supervisor

The Department of Pathology is seeking a Supervisor (Allied Health Intermediate Supervisor) for the Clinical Microbiology Laboratory, a full-service, 24 hour a day academic laboratory with state-of-the-art testing and a robust test development pipeline. The chosen individual will serve as a technical resource for staff and an administrative lead for the laboratory. The supervisor will be responsible for quality assurance of testing processes, training, competency and education of staff, scheduling of staff, and payroll approval. They will also help coordinate validation and implementation of new tests, assist in writing procedures, participate in interviews and hiring, and facilitate two-way communication between staff and laboratory leadership. Expertise in one or more areas of Clinical Microbiology is required. Expertise in bacteriology, and outstanding organizational and communication skills are highly desired.

Responsibilities*

Operational Oversight:

B. Training, Competency and Education

• Oversee and evaluate training of all personnel performing laboratory testing.
• Manage performance competency documentation for testing personnel.

C. Staff Engagement

• Determine performance objectives for each employee and conduct formal reviews quarterly.
• Provide an environment that motivates and enriches staff based on engagement activities and survey feedback.

D. Departmental Responsibilities

• Approve payroll for direct reports.
• Provide day-to-day supervision of personnel performing testing and reporting of high complexity test results.
• Schedule employees to provide adequate and equitable staffing for all areas.
• Oversee the inventory control process.
• Communicate pertinent information via emails, staff meetings and huddles.
• Implement new and revised policies and procedures in the laboratory framework.
• Write new and revised procedures, validation and implementation plans for assays and instrumentation.
• Maintain expertise/competency in one or more areas under supervision to adequately assess performance of staff or assist in the event of short staffing situations.

E. Quality Assurance, Quality Control and Compliance

• Responsible for monitoring test analyses and specimen examinations to ensure that acceptable levels of analytic performance are maintained and handle remedial actions when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.
• Coordinate in monitoring the laboratory Quality Assurance Program along with assisting with compliance of regulatory agencies (i.e., CLIA, CAP) rules and regulations and implements changes as needed.

F. Other Duties

• Perform on departmental or laboratory projects, as assigned.

Required Qualifications*

In order to be considered for this position the applicant must have met or will have met all the required qualifications prior to the start date of employment.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Laboratory Science or biological science, which is directly related to the duties of the position is required.
• Must have experience in Clinical Microbiology.
• Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in a clinical laboratory, 3-5 years of supervisory experience is preferred.
• Requires frequent (standing/walking/sitting/hand pipetting) for long periods of time and the ability to lift 25 lbs.

Desired Qualifications*

• Demonstrated management experience of professional and support staff in a CLIA Clinical Lab setting.
• Expertise in bacteriology, including anaerobes, laboratory automation and/or antimicrobial susceptibility testing.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to teach and/or train students, junior laboratory personnel and residents in laboratory techniques and/or protocols.
• Ability to work independently or as a member of our team.
• Excellent attendance, ability to multi-task, prioritize appropriately, and exercise good judgment.

Work Schedule

This full time, exempt, day/evening position, is a minimum of 40 hours a week (100%), and may require additional hours to accomplish extra duties, projects, attend meetings or during emergent situations, it will include rotating weekends, holidays, and on call work schedule.

Additional Information

Works with infectious disease and/or hazardous materials.
May have exposure to noise from laboratory equipment and pneumatic tube system.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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Work Location

Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor

Modes of Work

Onsite

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

Um Hospital

Department

MM Microbiol Pathology

Posting Begin/End Date

4/03/2025 - 6/02/2025