Lab Supervisor – Microbiology, Day Shift, Growth & Benefits

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Wood Dale (IL); On-site; USD 76,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical

Well-being programs

Annual health assessment

Vacation and time off

401(k) match

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics in Wood Dale, IL is seeking a Lab Supervisor in Microbiology to lead the section from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Under the direction of the manager, you will plan, organize, schedule and direct staff and processes to maximize efficiency and ensure quality results.

The role emphasizes adherence to CLIA, HIPAA and safety requirements, supervisory duties, performance evaluations and quality control.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of full-time supervisory experience.
• New York State Inspection Lab Requirements.
• Six years clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee activities of the department, distribute/assign work, determine priorities, schedule non-routine procedures.
• Interview, hire, train and evaluate staff; provide performance coaching.
• Perform advanced/specialized tests and re-evaluate methodologies to ensure accuracy.
• Check/approve all specialized and problem reports for accuracy.
• Initiate quality-control measures and monitor adherence to laboratory standards.
• Perform duties of technologist as needed by absence or workload.
• Complete special projects, surveys, and statistical reports.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Independent work

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s Degree Medical Technology (Required)

Bachelor’s Degree Medical Technology (Preferred)

ASCP Certification (Preferred)

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems (LIS/LIMS)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Quest Diagnostics in Wood Dale, IL is seeking a Lab Supervisor in Microbiology to lead the section from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Under the direction of the manager, you will plan, organize, schedule and direct staff and processes to maximize efficiency and ensure quality results.

The role emphasizes adherence to CLIA, HIPAA and safety requirements, supervisory duties, performance evaluations and quality control.