Laboratory Supervisor Microbiology

gbmc; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

GBMC HealthCare in Towson, MD seeks a Laboratory Supervisor-Microbiology to oversee the Microbiology Laboratory operations, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective testing and compliance with regulatory and accrediting bodies.

You will manage personnel, budgeting, QA/QC programs, instrument evaluation, and workflow optimization while maintaining a safe, compliant lab environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or equivalent per CLIA regulations.
• 4 years of progressive microbiology experience after degree.
• Certification by a recognized certifying agency; Specialist in Microbiology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reviews results for accuracy and validity.
• Performs bench work as required by staffing and workload.
• Develops and implements protocols to ensure data accuracy and cost-effectiveness.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory and accrediting agencies.
• Manages QA/QC programs, test selection, and workflow optimization.
• Maintains a safe, clean lab environment following universal precautions.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Investigation

Data analysis

Problem solving

Basic computer skills

Prioritize work & deadlines

Operate lab equipment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology

Tools

LIS/MIS interface

Job description

Under general supervision, the Laboratory Supervisor-Microbiology, oversees the operation of the Microbiology Laboratory in order to provide efficient, high quality, cost-effective laboratory service. The Supervisor shares responsibility for the following aspects of the Microbiology Laboratory: Financial performance, human resource management, materials management, continuous improvement, customer service and quality assurance.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or the equivalent education, training and experience as defined by the regulations of CLIA.

Experience

4 years of progressively more responsible related work experience in Microbiology, after

degree completion

Skills

• Skill in oral and written communication, investigation, data analysis and problem solving
• Skill in basic computers and personal productivity applications
• Ability to prioritize work, organize and transfer numbers or data accurately and meet deadlines
• Able to operate and maintain basic laboratory equipment

Licensures, Certifications

• Certification by a recognized certifying agency defining a minimum level of general knowledge in medical technology or specialized knowledge in the laboratory supervised. Specialist in Microbiology preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Manual dexterity, good visual acuity, including color perception.
• Able to stand or sit for long periods of time
• Some heavy lifting.

Working Conditions

• Exposure to hazardous chemicals, reagents, and highly infectious materials. Subject to unpleasant odors and fumes.
• Exposure to sharp objects

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Reviews results for accuracy and validity.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs technical duties (bench work) as required by staffing and workload.
• Develops, recommends and implements protocols for appropriate technical procedures that produce laboratory data in an optimal, cost-effective manner with accuracy and validity.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory and accrediting agencies.
• Facilitates specific functions within the department, such as QA/QC programs, test selection and utilization, and research procedures. Ensures that quality and quantity standards are achieved.
• Maintains a safe, clean environment following universal precautions to minimize or prevent employee exposures to ensure positive patient outcomes, including: accountability for risk management, infection control, policy and procedure development activities, with supporting documentation.
• Facilitates the evaluation of instrumentation, procedures and supplies, obtains cost comparison and provides recommendations for purchase. Facilitates the charging, ordering and maintaining supplies and inventory. Develops operator maintenance schedules for equipment used to ensure that equipment is in optimal working order, with proper documentation; prevents loss or abuse of equipment.
• Manages all personnel matters, including hiring, training, development, performance management, etc.
• Interfaces with LIS or MIS to maintain appropriate systems to improve Department functions including operations, documentation, supply maintenance and financial reporting.
• Evaluates sample and test work flow for efficiency and productivity and makes or recommends appropriate changes consistent with laboratory or department budget and goals.
• Prepares budgets. Prepares cost and productivity analysis by monitoring and reporting budget variance, monthly workload, personnel hours’ variance and takes action to correct variance.

All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values:

Respect

I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment.

• Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy
• Listens and responds appropriately to others’ needs, feelings, and capabilities

Excellence

I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others.

• Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations
• Actively pursues learning and self-development
• Pays attention to detail; follows through

Accountability

I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems.

• Sets a positive, professional example for others
• Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them
• Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job duties
• Reports to work regularly and on time

Teamwork

I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed.

• Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team
• Addresses and resolves conflict in a positive way
• Seeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions
• Acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of others

Ethical Behavior

I will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient.

• Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment
• Respects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkers

Results

I will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals.

• Embraces change and improvement in the work environment
• Continuously seeks to improve the quality of products/services
• Displays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstacles
• Achieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficiently

Pay Range

$74,965.56 - $127,441.45

Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.