Core Laboratory Supervisor

Nebraska Medicine; Omaha, Northern (NE, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Clarkson College discount (35%)

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Nebraska Medicine seeks a Core Laboratory Supervisor for Rapid Chemistry Focus in Omaha, NE. You will lead day-to-day lab operations, mentor staff and coordinate with teams to ensure quality and efficiency across multiple shifts.

QUALIFICATIONS include a science degree, ASCP certification, and strong leadership. Experience with rapid chemistry workflows and LIS/Remisol is preferred; daytime hours with flexibility for evenings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field or medical laboratory science required.
• ASCP certification or equivalent required; CM/maintenance ongoing for certificants.
• Strong leadership, planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently with attention to detail and problem solving.
• Experience with rapid chemistry analyzers and automation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day laboratory operations and staffing.
• Coach, mentor and train staff across experience levels.
• Set work priorities and manage performance and disciplinary actions as needed.
• Lead change initiatives and process improvements across shifts.
• Collaborate with departments and external partners to ensure quality and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching & mentoring

Communication

Conflict resolution

Process improvement

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in science/medical lab science

ASCP/board certification

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Remisol

LIS integration

Job description

Core Laboratory Supervisor - Rapid Chemistry Focus page is loaded## Core Laboratory Supervisor - Rapid Chemistry Focuslocations: Omaha, NEtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ-35958**Serious Medicine is what we do. Being extraordinary is who we are. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding this promise to our patients and their families.****Shift:**First Shift (United States of America)**Position Highlights:**We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented **Core Laboratory Supervisor** with a strong foundation in Medical Laboratory Science (Scientist) and a rapid chemistry operations focus with proven leadership capabilities.This role is critical in driving operational excellence across multiple shifts, particularly evening and overnight teams. The ideal candidate will demonstrate:* **Leadership Skills**: + Strategic oversight of daily lab operations and staffing + Ability to coach, mentor, and develop team members across experience levels + Skilled in conflict resolution, performance management, and fostering accountability + Experience leading change initiatives and process improvements + Strong communication and collaboration across departments and with external partners* **Technical Chemistry Expertise**: + Deep understanding of rapid chemistry workflows and instrumentation + Proficiency in maintaining and troubleshooting middleware systems (e.g., Remisol) + Familiarity with quality control protocols, reagent management, and calibration procedures + Ability to interpret complex data and ensure compliance with regulatory standards + Experience with LIS integration and optimizing lab informaticsThis position plays a key role in ensuring high-quality, efficient lab operations while cultivating a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.**Shift Details:**Daytime Hours with some flexibility required to support evening and overnight teams.* **Together. Extraordinary.** Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration.* **Leading Health Network** Work with the region’s top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care.* **Dignity and Respect:** We value all backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve.* **Educational Support** Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs. Enjoy support for your personal growth within the organization, from those just starting their healthcare careers to those who are years down the path.**Be part of something extraordinary at Nebraska Medicine!**Serve on the leadership team as a supervisor for the designated operation by overseeing all aspects of day-to-day laboratory operations. Partner closely with colleagues to serve as a clinical expert, regularly model/mentor and train colleagues on technical skills, make decisions regarding daily priorities for the work group, provide guidance to and/or assist staff on non-routine or escalated issues and complete performance appraisals and/or disciplinary actions.**Required Qualifications:*** Minimum of two years recent laboratory experience required.* Minimum of two years of experience to include the majority of the following: serve as a clinical expert for a group of employees, regularly model/mentor and train employees on technical skills, make decisions regarding daily priorities for a work group, provide guidance to and/or assist staff on non-routine or escalated issues and provide input on performance appraisals and/or disciplinary actions required.* Bachelor's degree in a scientific field or medical laboratory science required.* Ability to exhibit strong leadership, planning and organizational skills required.* Ability to work independently, exercise creativity/innovation and be attentive to detail required.* Strong interpersonal skills required.* Ability to problem solve and exhibit strong judgment skills in a well-thought out and timely fashion and determine appropriate course of action in significantly complex situations required.* ASCP or ASHI/ACHI certification or other recognized certification related to the area of supervisory responsibilities required. Individuals who were certified beginning January 1, 2004 maintaining their certification by participation in the ASCP - Board of Certification (BOC) Certification Maintenance Program (ASCP)CM required.**Preferred Qualifications:*** Demonstrated experience in data collection, analysis and interpretation preferred.* Some management or leadership experience preferred.* Experience with Beckman Coulter chemistry analyzers and automation* Master's degree in a scientific field or related health care field preferred.* Experience with Microsoft Office applications preferred.Nebraska Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans’ status.Nebraska Medicine includes two hospitals, the state's largest and highest rated Nebraska Medical Center and Bellevue Medical Center, along with more than 70 primary care and specialty clinics.Nebraska Medicine and our research and education partner, the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC), share the same mission: to lead the world in transforming lives to create a healthy future for all individuals and communities through premier educational programs, innovative research and extraordinary patient care.Every colleague plays a key role in upholding our promise of “Serious Medicine, Extraordinary Care” to our patients and their families. 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