Lab Supervisor, Clinical Chemistry

ScionHealth; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Francis–Emory Healthcare, a 376-bed hospital in Columbus, GA, part of the ScionHealth network, seeks a Laboratory Supervisor to lead day-to-day lab operations and ensure accuracy and compliance in chemical, microscopic, and bacteriologic testing.

Under the Lab Manager and Medical Director, you will oversee staffing, training, quality control programs, equipment maintenance, and adherence to CLIA, CAP, and TJC standards while guiding staff through problem solving and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in medical technology, chemistry, biology, or related field.
• ASCP or equivalent certification required at hire.
• Minimum 3+ years of supervisory experience in a high-complexity clinical laboratory.
• Proficiency with laboratory equipment and related software.

Responsibilities

• Supervise laboratory personnel performing routine and specialized testing procedures.
• Develop and implement quality control programs to ensure accuracy and reliability of results.
• Assist with staffing, scheduling, and training of laboratory personnel.
• Ensure compliance with CLIA, CAP, and TJC standards.
• Monitor equipment maintenance and calibration; support budgeting and inventory management.
• Review test results for accuracy and adherence to quality protocols.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

Quality control

Lab testing

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry, Biology, or related field

Tools

Laboratory information system (LIS)

Laboratory software

Job description

Description

Join St. Francis–Emory Healthcare, a 376-bed community-connected hospital in Columbus, GA, that blends cutting-edge care with hometown purpose. As part of the ScionHealth network, St. Francis has been recognized and awarded multiple high-performing honors by U.S. News & World Report, and received multiple disease-specific certifications from the Joint Commission, and was a rated Top Large Hospital in Georgia. St. Francis also delivers advanced heart, orthopedic, and women’s care services. At St. Francis, you will experience a culture of excellence where your work directly shapes the health of our community.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Laboratory Manager and Laboratory Medical Director, the Laboratory Supervisor oversees the day-to-day operations of laboratory personnel engaged in performing chemical, microscopic, and bacteriologic tests. The role ensures adherence to quality control protocols, assists in maintaining laboratory equipment, and supports the Manager in overseeing staffing, training, and compliance with state and federal regulations.

Essential Functions

• Supervises laboratory personnel in performing routine and specialized testing procedures.
• Develops and implements quality control programs to ensure the accuracy and reliability of laboratory results.
• Assists with staffing, scheduling, and training laboratory personnel.
• Ensures compliance with state and federal regulations, including CLIA, CAP, and TJC standards.
• Monitors laboratory equipment and coordinates maintenance and calibration.
• Assists in budgeting, purchasing of laboratory supplies, and inventory management.
• Reviews test results to ensure accuracy and adherence to quality control protocols.
• Provides technical guidance and resolves testing-related issues.
• Assists with proficiency testing and ensures corrective actions are implemented when needed.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Knowledge of laboratory methods, procedures, and regulatory standards.
• Proficient in the use of laboratory equipment and related software.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities under pressure.
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry, Biology, or related field (Required)

Licenses/Certifications

• ASCP - Medical Technologist or equivalent certifying body, i.e. AMT & AAB Upon Hire (Required) Or
• MLS - Medical Lab Scientist (Formally MT Certification) ASCP or equivalent certifying body, i.e. AMT Upon Hire (Required) Or
• Other: CLS-Clinical Lab Scientist (NCA/ASCP) Upon Hire (Required) And
• BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire or within facility-specified time frame (Required)
• The following ASCP specialty certifications may be acceptable: SBB (BB) – Specialist in Blood Banking (Transfusion services, immunohematology, antibody identification), SC (M) – Specialist in Microbiology (Bacteriology, virology, mycology, parasitology), SH (ASCP) – Specialist in Hematology (Advanced hematology, coagulation, morphology), SCT (ASCP) – Specialist in Cytotechnology (Gynecologic and non-gynecologic cytology), SM (ASCP) – Specialist in Molecular Biology (Molecular diagnostics, PCR, genetics), SI (ASCP) – Specialist in Immunology (Immune system disorders, autoimmune testing, serology), ASCP-I (International)

Experience

• 3+ years clinical laboratory experience with supervisory or leadership responsibilities in a high complexity testing environment (Required)