Laboratory Supervisor, Microbiology | Evening Shift Lead

Inova Health System; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

Retirement match (5%)

Education assistance

Student loan assistance

Mental health support

Flexible schedules & remote options

Job summary

Inova Health System is seeking a Laboratory Supervisor to lead the Microbiology team on an evening shift (Mon-Fri, alternating weekends) at Inova Juniper Street. The role focuses on directing daily operations, ensuring quality and timely test results across shifts.

The ideal candidate has a 4-year lab science degree, strong leadership and communication skills, and recognized certification such as ASCP/AMT. Inova offers comprehensive benefits and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Education: medical lab science/tech degree or equivalent with biology/chemistry coursework and military training or NAACLS MLS/MLT program.
• Experience: 4 years of extensive lab experience with leadership and strong interpersonal/communication skills.
• Certification: ASCP or AMT board certification aligned with responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and assists team members in the assigned area, ensures delivery of key results and quality standards.
• Conducts counseling, coaching and disciplinary sessions; manages team relations.
• Chooses methodologies and instrumentation for patient-testing efforts.
• Ensures participation in quality control and proficiency testing programs.
• Maintains visibility and provides leadership for daily operations across shifts.
• Coordinates process improvements to maintain high-quality outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Team building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science / Medical Technology, Histology or Cytology

Biology & Chemistry coursework + military medical lab training or NAACLS MLS/MLT

Job description

Inova Health System is seeking a Laboratory Supervisor to lead the Microbiology team on an evening shift (Mon-Fri, alternating weekends) at Inova Juniper Street. The role focuses on directing daily operations, ensuring quality and timely test results across shifts.

The ideal candidate has a 4-year lab science degree, strong leadership and communication skills, and recognized certification such as ASCP/AMT. Inova offers comprehensive benefits and career growth opportunities.