Lab Supervisor

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Wood Dale (IL); On-site; USD 79,000 - 119,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical

401(k) match

Education assistance

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated in Wood Dale, IL is seeking a Lab Supervisor to plan, organize and direct lab work Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. This role requires 4–6 years as a medical technologist and supervisory experience. Travel 26%–50%. Competitive pay and benefits.

The supervisor will manage staff, ensure quality control, and coordinate testing workflows within CLIA/HIPAA guidelines. Bachelor's in Medical Technology and ASCP preferred.

Qualifications

• Four to six years full-time experience as a medical technologist or equivalent in a clinical laboratory.
• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology (Required).
• ASCP Certification (Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Oversee activities of the department, distribute/assign work, determine priorities, schedule non-routine procedures.
• Supervise staff including interviewing, hiring, training and performance evaluation.
• Perform advanced/specialized tests and validate test results; adjust methods as needed.
• Check/approve all specialized and problem reports for accuracy.
• Initiate quality-control measures and monitor adherence to lab standards.
• Fulfill duties of technologist as needed during absences or peak workloads.
• Complete special projects such as surveys and statistical reports.
• Maintain safe, clean lab spaces and equipment.
• Complete training and competency checklists.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Detail-oriented

Independent work

Prioritization

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

MS Office

Laboratory Information Systems

Education

Bachelor's Degree Medical Technology (Required)

Bachelor's Degree Medical Technology (Preferred)

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems

Job description

Lab Supervisor - Wood Dale, IL, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Travel 26% -50%

Under direction of the manager/director, plan, organize, schedule and direct the work of the section in order to effectively maximize employees, equipment and material utilization within budgetary constraints while adhering to quality technical standards.

Pay range: $79,000 - $119,600 per year

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits information:

We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects - physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
• Best-in-class well-being programs
• Annual, no-cost health assessment program 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 company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Annual incentive plans
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Career advancement opportunities
• and so much more!

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 andassistsin test interpretation. Determine if further testing should be done on samples or iftestshould be repeated.
• Check/approve all specialized and problem reports for accuracy.
• Initiate quality-control measures and monitor quality of work foradherence 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.
• Complete training and competency checklists as appropriate.
• 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.

Qualifications:

Required WorkExperience:

Four (4) to six (6)yearsfull-time experienceas a medical technologist or equivalent in a clinical laboratory.

Preferred Work Experience:

Previous supervisory experience preferred.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects: Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally; objects 36 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted or carried and objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.
• Ability tosit or stand forlongperiods of time.
• May be required to use a wide variety of manual and automated pipettes and laboratory instruments and apparatuses all of which demand significant manual dexterity.

Knowledge:

• Comprehensive theoretical and operational job knowledge in designated specialty required.
• Knowledge of organizational/departmental policies and procedures.

Skills:

• Proven leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Must be detail-oriented,have the ability towork independently, establish work priorities and to handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency.
• Interpersonaland communicationskillsnecessaryto deal courteously and effectively withemployees,co-workers and clients.
• Ability to deal with client information in a confidential manner.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) andLaboratory Information Systems.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree Medical Technology (Preferred)
• Bachelor's Degree Medical Technology or related field (Required)

Licenses and Certifications

• ASCP Certification (Preferred)

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