Lab Operations Supervisor — Lead Quality & Training

QUEST DIAGNOSTICS INC; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 76,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical

Best-in-class well-being programs

Blueprint for Wellness

healthyMINDS mental health program

Vacation and Health/Flex Time

6 Holidays plus 1 'MyDay' off

FinFit financial coaching and services

401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with 5%

Employee stock purchase plan

Life and disability insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Annual incentive plans

Matching gifts program

Education assistance

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics in Saint Paul, MN, seeks a Lab Supervisor to lead the department. The schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with rotational weekends. The role focuses on maximizing staff, equipment and materials use within budget while meeting quality standards.

The position requires supervisory experience and a Medical Technology degree, with the potential for an annual bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years full-time supervisory experience.
• New York State Inspection Lab Requirements.
• 6 years clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee activities of the department, distribute/assign work, determine priorities, schedule non-routine procedures.
• Perform supervisory functions for their assigned staff including interviewing, hiring, training and providing staff development through performance evaluation and corrective counseling.
• Perform advanced/specialized tests and other related laboratory techniques. May duplicate work of others to confirm test results. Re-evaluate methodology, make recommended changes and assists in test interpretation.
• Check/approve all specialized and problem reports for accuracy.
• Initiate quality-control measures and monitor quality of work for adherence to laboratory standards.
• Perform duties of technologist as necessitated by absence or peak workload.
• Completes special projects as requested - surveys, statistical reports, studies, research, etc.
• Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional and sanitary condition.
• Adheres to all established CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA and laboratory safety requirements.
• Required to use (a) personal protective equipment, (b) engineering controls and/or (c) work practice controls as directed by management.
• Answer questions from clients or other lab personnel, if applicable.
• Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections, if needed.
• Other duties as assigned. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Detail-oriented

Independent work

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s Degree Medical Technology (Required)

Bachelor’s Degree Medical Technology (Preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

LIS

Job description

Quest Diagnostics in Saint Paul, MN, seeks a Lab Supervisor to lead the department. The schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with rotational weekends. The role focuses on maximizing staff, equipment and materials use within budget while meeting quality standards.

The position requires supervisory experience and a Medical Technology degree, with the potential for an annual bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.