Laboratory Supervisor - Core Lab

Allina Health; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 56,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental

PTO/Time Away

Retirement Savings Plans

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Allina Health is seeking a Laboratory Operations leader for the Central Lab Core Lab in Minneapolis. This 1.0 FTE overnight role combines 50% administrative duties with 50% bench work, and no weekend requirements.

You will supervise staff, coordinate training, ensure regulatory compliance, and help manage budgets and service targets. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or a related science, 2–5 years of non-waived/moderate-high complexity testing experience, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology/Clinical Lab Science or in Chemical, Physical, or Biological Science
• 2–5 years of experience performing non-waived testing and tests of moderate to high complexity in applicable specialty area
• CLIA Defined Qualifications: § 493.1413
• General supervisor qualifications

Responsibilities

• Oversees day-to-day operations of a laboratory department
• Schedules, assigns and supervises lab staff
• Trains students and new employees; coordinates competency development
• Ensures regulatory compliance and budgeting targets
• Maintains safety and quality programs

Skills

Lab leadership

Staff supervision

Regulatory compliance

Budget awareness

Education

Bachelors in Medical Technology/Clinical Lab Science

Bachelors in Chemical/Physical/Biological Science

Tools

CLIA Knowledge

Quality systems

Job description

Location and Basic Information

Location Address: 2800 10th Ave Receiving Dock Minneapolis, MN 55407-1311

Date Posted: August 28, 2026

Department: 72006320 Central Lab Core Lab

Shift: Permanent Nights (United States of America)

Shift Length: 8 hour shift

Hours Per Week: 40

Union Contract: Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation: None

Job Summary

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details

1.0 FTE Overnight shift 50% admin and 50% bench work No weekends Benefit-eligible position

Job Description

Provides day-to-day operational oversight of a specific laboratory department. Keeps department on track to meet budgetary targets, customer service level agreements, and regulatory requirements. Schedules, assigns, and supervises the work of lab staff. Trains students and new employees, coordinates preceptor activity, participates in system competency development, and may provide the direct observation of staff for the annual competency program. CLIA Role: Technical Consultant for moderate complexity testing General Supervisor qualified under § 493.1461 Principle Responsibilities Operational performance. Monitors and helps implement processes and technical improvements to meet or enhance quality and service targets. Maintains and resolves customer complaints or concerns. Serves on interdisciplinary committees to plan and implement system initiatives. Adjusts daily staffing schedules to meet financial and business targets. May work bench duties as needed. Ensures employees receive appropriate regulatory and compliance training. Coordinates ongoing employee training and ensures competency assessments are completed. Develops and maintains laboratory policies and procedures in collaboration with key stakeholders as needed. Personnel management. Develops and maintains staffing plans for the department. Assists with hiring, developing, and managing staff performance. Directs the daily work of staff. Delivers staff performance reviews. Partners with the department manager to create employee engagement strategies to recruit, retain, and engage staff. Financial management. Participates in annual budget development. Assists in monitoring financial, volume, and productivity data to meet financial targets. Helps create and implement cost reduction strategies when identified. Maintains safety, education, and competency requirements. Participates in the training of employees and students. Performs proficiency testing as assigned. Assists in Direct Observations of staff for annual competency program.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in Medical Technology/Clinical Lab Science or Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in Chemical, Physical, or Biological Science
• 2 to 5 years of experience performing non-waived testing and tests of moderate to high complexity in applicable specialty area
• CLIA Defined Qualifications: § 493.1413
• Standard: Technical Consultant Qualifications
• Standard: General supervisor qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of progressive lab leadership
• Licenses/Certifications Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) certification by a recognized agency such as ASCP, AMT, or NCA in specialty area incumbent will be working in or related specialty certification such as Histotechnologist (HTL), or Cytotechnologist (CT) upon hire required
• Physical Demands Light Work: Lifting weight up to 20 lbs. occasionally, up to 10 lbs. frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $41.28 to $57.11 per hour. The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members. Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey. We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support
• Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer
• *Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Allina Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and will make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

E-Verify Employer

Allina Health is an E-Verify Employer. Allina Health complies with federal requirements to verify the employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Allina Health is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to records available from the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm work authorization. An E-Verify case must be created no later than the third business day after the employee starts work for pay. All Forms I-9 must be completed and received by the Office of Human Resources accordingly. For more information, link to: Right to Work Poster (e-verify.gov)