Clinical Pathology Laboratory Supervisor

Trustees of University of Pennsylvania; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pennsylvania's Penn Vet Ryan Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced Clinical Pathology Laboratory Supervisor to oversee daily operations of the Clinical Pathology Laboratory. This role combines hands-on diagnostic expertise with staff supervision, QA/QC, and support for research and education.

The successful candidate will lead a team of technicians, ensure accurate diagnostic testing across hematology, chemistry, cytopathology, and related disciplines, and promote data

Job description

University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Posted Job Title

Clinical Pathology Laboratory Supervisor

Job Profile Title

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Job Description Summary

Penn Vet's Ryan Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced, highly motivated Clinical Pathology Laboratory Supervisor to oversee the daily operations of its Clinical Pathology Laboratory. This position combines hands-on diagnostic laboratory expertise with staff supervision, quality assurance, operational management, and support for clinical research and veterinary education. The Clinical Pathology Laboratory provides comprehensive diagnostic services in hematology, clinical chemistry, cytopathology, endocrinology, immunology, coagulation, urinalysis, and blood banking for a diverse range of animal patients. The ideal candidate will be an independent-thinking, detail-oriented laboratory professional with extensive veterinary diagnostic experience, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to delivering accurate, timely diagnostic results. This individual will play a key role in maintaining laboratory quality standards, supporting clinical operations, and fostering a collaborative learning environment for veterinary technicians, students, clinicians, and researchers.

Job Description

Laboratory Operations and Staff Supervision

• Oversee daily laboratory operations, including staff scheduling, workflow coordination, and administrative functions.
• Supervise laboratory personnel, conduct performance evaluations, and support staff development.
• Manage departmental invoices, purchasing card transactions, monthly financial reports, and communication with external clients and service providers.
• Coordinate outside cytology submissions and support efficient laboratory accessioning processes.

Quality Assurance, Quality Control, and Equipment Maintenance

• Oversee the laboratory's quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) programs to ensure accuracy, consistency, and reliability of diagnostic testing.
• Review daily, weekly, and monthly analyzer quality control results, investigate discrepancies, and maintain laboratory error logs.
• Perform and oversee scheduled instrument maintenance, troubleshooting, and corrective actions.
• Promote adherence to established laboratory procedures, safety practices, and quality standards.

Staff Training and Veterinary Education

• Train and mentor new laboratory technicians and veterinary students in clinical laboratory procedures and best practices.
• Provide technical guidance on laboratory instrumentation, troubleshooting, specimen handling, quality control testing, and result interpretation.
• Assess staff competency and support ongoing professional development.

Clinical Consultation, Research Support, and Laboratory Administration

• Serve as a technical resource for complex or challenging diagnostic cases.
• Provide laboratory support for veterinary research projects, including coordination of testing and related services.
• Develop, review, and update laboratory procedures and protocols.
• Coordinate research billing, account setup, and laboratory supply ordering.

Laboratory Information Systems and Technology

• Support the administration and operation of laboratory information systems and electronic medical records, including Orchard, Harvest, and Vetspire.
• Collaborate with information technology teams and system administrators on analyzer installations, system integration, and troubleshooting.
• Perform ad hoc data searches and support accurate laboratory information management.

Diagnostic Laboratory Testing

Perform and evaluate diagnostic testing across multiple laboratory disciplines, including hematology, clin