Lab Support Supervisor

AdventHealth; La Grange (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

Parental Leave – 4 weeks 100%

Career Development

Mental Health Resources

Job summary

UChicago Medicine AdventHealth in La Grange, IL, is seeking a laboratory leadership professional to oversee phlebotomy and lab operations. The role focuses on performance improvement, staffing, training, and ensuring clinical lab safety and quality across shifts.

You will implement procedures, mentor staff, and coordinate student experiences while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. Strong communication and teamwork are essential for delivering high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy knowledge to evaluate effectiveness and outcomes.
• Ability to read, write and speak conversational English.
• Experience leading/mentoring staff in a lab setting.
• Experience ensuring regulatory compliance and safety in a clinical lab.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in laboratory performance improvement activities.
• Coordinate staffing, interviewing, and training for lab team.
• Oversee pre-analytical and analytical lab activities and equipment maintenance.
• Mentor staff on safety, PPE and chemical handling protocols.
• Provide scheduling support and resolve staffing issues to maintain performance.
• Support education programs and student experiences in affiliated labs.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping and reporting for lab services.

Skills

Phlebotomy knowledge

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

English communication

Laboratory procedures

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Staff coaching

Education

Associate

High School Diploma

Job description

Our Promise To You

Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance


• Paid Time Off from Day One


• 403-B Retirement Plan


• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave


• Career Development


• Whole Person Well-being Resources


• Mental Health Resources and Support


• Pet Benefits

Schedule

Full time

Shift

Day-Weekend (United States of America)

Address

5101 WILLOW SPRINGS RD

City

LA GRANGE

State

Illinois

Postal Code

60525

Job Description

Schedule: 2nd & 3rd shift: 2pm-9:30pm & 9pm- 5:30am

Participates in performance improvement activities, resolves customer service issues, evaluates new equipment and procedures, and monitors staff performance.

Assists department leadership with staffing, interviewing, orientation, training, coaching, mentoring, and competency assessment.

Coordinates and facilitates the clinical experience of students in affiliated education programs.

Participates in various committees or teams and assists with special projects as assigned.

Ensures department workspaces are maintained in a neat, organized, and properly supplied manner, and oversees post-analytical activities.

Follows and enforces safety policies including the use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling, and completes required training for handling hazardous waste.

May include transport of hazardous waste from the point of generation to a designated secure storage area; employee will be required to complete initial training (prior to handling hazardous waste) and refresher training to include proper handling and transport of hazardous waste, and proper selection, use and disposal of personal protective equipment.

Leads and participates in laboratory performance improvement activities, promoting team building, employee engagement, patient satisfaction, and safety.

Evaluates and monitors program needs, identifies unmet needs, and assesses program services and staff.

Performs and oversees pre-analytical laboratory activities, including equipment maintenance, inventory control, specimen collection, processing, and cleaning.

Provides technical and support information related to laboratory testing for all age groups.

Supports staff through effective scheduling, workload assignments, troubleshooting, and motivation to achieve high performance.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to ensure departmental compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements [Required]


• Exhibits technical skills and aptitudes related to specific laboratory specimen collections as performed in department or work area assigned. [Required]


• Displays the ability to comprehend, measure, reason, match, problem solve, and exercise judgment under minimal supervision. [Required]


• Exhibits ability to make appropriate decisions in stressful situations and handle multiple priorities and projects. [Required]


• Able to effectively communicate verbally and in written form in English with patients, staff, and customers of varied backgrounds in a respectful, effective, and professional manner. [Required]


• Exercises mature, independent judgment and the ability to handle confidential information within Hospital guidelines and applicable regulations. [Required]


• Builds and maintains effective, productive teams and appropriate peer relationships to facilitate organizational objectives. [Required]


• Ability to utilize standard computer related applications, and ability to learn and apply new applications and programs. [Required]


• Must be able to read, write and speak conversational English. [Required]


• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office [Required]


• Ability to provide daily direction to phlebotomists and other support staff. [Required]


• Up-to-date phlebotomy practice knowledge in order to appropriately evaluate effectiveness and identify factors that may impact desired outcomes. [Required]


• Ability to maintain records and prepare reports/correspondence related to phlebotomy services. [Required]


• Ability to address phlebotomy complaints and elevate through established channels, as needed. [Required]

Education

• Associate [Preferred]


• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]

Field Of Study

• N/A

Work Experience

• 1+ years of leadership/management experience [Preferred]


• 2+ years of related laboratory experience [Required]


• 3+ years of technical experience [Preferred]

Additional Information

• Driver's license required for AHL only.


• Additional licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements.


• Due to regulatory body nomenclature changes in 2022 and 2023, MT(ASCP) and MT(AMT) are denoted now as MLS (ASCP) and MLS (AMT).

Licenses And Certifications

• Driver's License (DL) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements

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Pay Range

$25.90 - $52.52

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.