Laboratory Supervisor: Lead Lab Operations & Quality

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Time away from work

401(k) Plan with match

Job summary

Research Medical Center in Kansas City is seeking a Laboratory Supervisor to oversee daily lab activities and staff coordination. You will supervise workflows, assist in scheduling, and support training and competency assessments.

This role interfaces with physicians and other departments to ensure smooth operation and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years in an accredited lab, leadership experience, and relevant certifications, with preferred hospital lab supervisory

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in medical technology or related science is required OR bachelor degree with subspecialty certification OR grandfathered as a medical technologist by CLIA 88.
• MT (ASCP), CLS (NCA), MLS (ASCP) or equivalent certification required.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in an accredited laboratory.
• 3 years’ experience as a lead tech or supervisory position preferred.
• Hospital laboratory and supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise the flow of daily activities in the Lab and assist in scheduling staff.
• Interview candidates for positions in assigned areas.
• Perform performance appraisals and payroll records as needed.
• Coordinate employee training and competency reviews.
• Assist with policies and procedures to meet accrediting agencies’ regulations and policies.
• Interact with departments, physicians, staff, patients, and families as needed and counsel on evaluations or disciplinary actions.
• Plan and coordinate daily activities for laboratory personnel, including bench work coverage and review.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal communication

Problem solving

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor degree in medical technology or related science

MT (ASCP) / CLS (NCA) / MLS (ASCP) certification

Job description

Research Medical Center in Kansas City is seeking a Laboratory Supervisor to oversee daily lab activities and staff coordination. You will supervise workflows, assist in scheduling, and support training and competency assessments.

This role interfaces with physicians and other departments to ensure smooth operation and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years in an accredited lab, leadership experience, and relevant certifications, with preferred hospital lab supervisory