Laboratory Operations Lead

WVU Medicine Princeton Community Hospital; Bluefield (WV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

PCH Princeton Community Hospital in Bluefield/Princeton area is seeking a Laboratory Supervisor responsible for overseeing multiple lab areas, ensuring staffing coverage and quality patient care. The role involves coordinating reference labs, downtime activities, and SOP development while maintaining policy compliance.

The ideal candidate has a 4+ year background in medical laboratory roles, appropriate licensure, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology, Cytotechnology, Histotechnology (Medical Laboratory Science) or related field.
• Associate’s Degree in Medical (Clinical) Laboratory Technology or related field.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Four (4) years’ experience as a Medical Technologist, Medical Laboratory Technician, Histotechnologist or Cytotechnologist.
• One of the following ASCP or AMT national certifications (MLT, MLS, CT, HTL) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Managers in supervising all lab areas to ensure appropriate staffing.
• Participates in staff orientation and input for performance appraisals and disciplinary actions.
• Coordinate reference laboratory specimens and ensure timely results.
• Coordinate downtime activities with LIS and technical staff.
• Operate and supervise laboratory equipment per SOPs and prepare patient specimens.
• Develop and revise SOPs and department policies as needed.
• Maintain knowledge of hospital and lab policies and safety procedures; apply policies consistently.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Staff training

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology/MLS/CT/HTL

Associate’s Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

Job description

PCH Princeton Community Hospital in Bluefield/Princeton area is seeking a Laboratory Supervisor responsible for overseeing multiple lab areas, ensuring staffing coverage and quality patient care. The role involves coordinating reference labs, downtime activities, and SOP development while maintaining policy compliance.

The ideal candidate has a 4+ year background in medical laboratory roles, appropriate licensure, and strong communication skills.