Microbiology Lab Supervisor

Quest Diagnostics; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical

Well-being programs

Blueprint for Wellness

Vacation and Health/Flex Time

401(k) pre-tax/ Roth IRA with company"

Education assistance

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics is seeking a Lab Supervisor - CLS in Sacramento, CA, overseeing microbiology operations in the evening shift from 5:00 PM to 1:30 AM. This full-time position reports to the Microbiology Department.

The role emphasizes staffing, workflow planning, staff development, technical oversight, and regulatory compliance, with potential performance bonus based on contribution and outcomes. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s in Medical Technology, a California CLS license, and at least

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or related field required.
• Minimum 6 years of experience as a medical technologist in a clinical laboratory environment.
• Current State CLS license if required (e.g. California) and appropriate certifications.

Responsibilities

• Maintains staffing by interviewing, hiring, training, and competency assessment of personnel.
• Performs the scheduling, planning, staffing, and monitoring of workflow to meet established goals.
• Provides staff development through regular communication/feedback, effective performance management, and corrective counseling.
• Provides technical oversight of area(s) of responsibility and serves as a technical resource for problem‑solving and process improvement to ensure accurate test performance.
• Monitors and ensures implementation of goals to meet quality assurance, quality control, and quality improvement plans.
• Procures supplies and equipment to maximize department efficiency and meet budgetary and quality goals.
• Performs direct specimen testing/troubleshooting as needed to maintain adequate workflow.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Technical skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree Medical Technology

Related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

Lab Supervisor - CLS - Sacramento, CA, Monday to Friday, 5:00 PM to 1:30 AM

Pay range: $108,680.00 - $184,690.00 / year Microbiology Department Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits Information

We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part‑time or full‑time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
• Best‑in‑class well‑being programs
• Annual, no‑cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
• healthyMINDS mental health program
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time
• 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
• FinFit financial coaching and services
• 401(k) pre‑tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life and disability insurance, plus buy‑up option
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Annual incentive plans
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Career advancement opportunities
• and so much more!

Responsibilities

• Maintains adequate staffing by interviewing, hiring, training, and competency assessment of personnel.
• Performs the scheduling, planning, staffing, and monitoring of workflow to meet established goals.
• Provides staff development through regular communication/feedback, effective performance management, and corrective counseling.
• Provides technical oversight of area(s) of responsibility and serves as a technical resource for problem‑solving and process improvement to ensure accurate test performance.
• Monitors and ensures implementation of goals to meet established quality assurance, quality control, and quality improvement plans.
• Procures appropriate supplies and equipment to maximize department efficiency and meet established budgetary and quality goals.
• Performs direct specimen testing/troubleshooting as needed to maintain adequate workflow.
• Uses effective two‑way communication in leading/participating in general laboratory/section meetings. Ensures Performance Boards are updated and Huddles are taking place on a regular basis.
• Ensures compliance with all regulatory agency requirements through documentation, audits, and corrective action.
• Interacts with internal and external customers to ensure proper sample handling and reporting.
• Participates in the updating of departmental standard operating procedures and database to accurately reflect the current practices.
• Participates in supervisory skills training.
• Supports continuous improvement activities.
• Supports, implements, and ensures compliance with all department and company policies and procedures.
• Complies with all health and safety policies, procedures, and practices. Required to use personal protective equipment.
• Other duties as assigned. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position.

Qualifications

Required Work Experience

• Minimum of 6 years of experience as a medical technologist or equivalent in a clinical laboratory environment

Physical And Mental Requirements

• The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects. Objects in the weight range of 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects in the weight range of 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally and objects in the weight range of 26 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted and carried. Objects exceeding 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks. Frequent simple grasping, reaching and fine manipulation.
• Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods.
• Have good eye and hand coordination.

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Application (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Must have proven leadership, interpersonal, communication, and technical skills in the specialty area being supervised.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree Medical Technology or related field. (Required)

Licenses and Certifications

• Current State Clinical Laboratory Scientist license if necessary (e.g. California) (Required)

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the following laws if applicable, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act.

Quest believes that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to the following job duties: accessing company property, information, assets, and products including sensitive information; accessing customer data or confidential information, and partnering and regularly working with or supervising other Quest employees and interacting with Quest customers.

About The Team

Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.

While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.