Microbiology Lab Supervisor - Day shift

Trinity Health; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 49,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Comprehensive benefits package

Referral Rewards Program

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Trinity Health—Holy Cross Hospital in Silver Spring, MD is seeking a Microbiology Lab Supervisor to lead the Microbiology laboratory's daily operations, ensure high-complexity testing accuracy, and uphold regulatory standards.

The role emphasizes quality management, staff training, review of daily results, and collaboration with the department manager to maintain analytic performance while supporting patient care.

Qualifications

• A baccalaureate degree in Clinical or Medical Laboratory Science and NAACLS accredited clinical microbiology rotation.
• Bachelor's degree with biology, chemistry, and mathematics and NAACLS accredited program.
• ASCP/AMT certification as CLS/MT or Microbiology MT; AAB certification with 10+ years of microbiology experience; HEW-certified MT acceptable with 10+ years.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operation of the Microbiology laboratory ensuring continuity and high-quality results.
• Lead QA/QC, maintenance schedules, and review of daily test results.
• Train, orient, and evaluate staff; coordinate competency documentation.
• Collaborate with the department manager to resolve technical issues.

Skills

Laboratory leadership

Quality assurance

Quality control

Microbiology

Education

MLS degree NAACLS

Biological sciences background

Job description

Job Title: Microbiology Lab Supervisor

Location: Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring, MD

Position Purpose

Perform routine and specialized procedures, and reviews and approves clinical test results for use in the diagnosis and treatment of patients in accordance with established protocol for a laboratory performing high complexity procedures as defined by the standards of the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act of 1988.

As a Supervisor you will have:

• Strong knowledge of laboratory methodologies, interpretation of results, quality assurance, and preventive maintenance.
• This position functions within the management structure of the Medical Laboratory and is responsible for the operational continuity of the Microbiology laboratory and other laboratory areas providing Microbiology laboratory services.
• Responsible for the implementation and maintenance of and participates in the Microbiology laboratory quality management program, to include quality assurance and quality control functions, review of daily test results, maintenance schedules and records, document development, creation and control, adherence to all applicable policies and procedures, and other related functions to ensure that acceptable levels of analytic performance are maintained.
• Responsible for the review, preliminary counseling, and participation in staff evaluations with the department manager. Acts as the resource person resolving technical matters.
• Responsible for the execution of the staff training and competency plan for the department, to include the documentation and coordination of orientation, training, and support for ongoing competency of laboratory staff assigned to provide Microbiology laboratory services as established by the department manager. The department manager retains responsibility for the training plan and acceptance of all training and competency documentation.

Minimum Qualifications

1. A baccalaureate degree in Clinical or Medical Laboratory Science (Medical Technology), biological, chemical, or related science, and successful completion of a National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) accredited clinical/medical laboratory science program educational rotation in Clinical Microbiology.
2. A baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university, including courses in biological science, chemistry and mathematics, and successful completion of National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) accredited clinical/medical laboratory science program.

Certification

1. Current American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT) certification as a Clinical/Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist, or Microbiology Laboratory Scientist or Microbiology Medical Technologist.
2. Current American Association of Bioanalysts certification as a Medical Technologist or Microbiology Medical Technologist with at least ten (10) years of current Clinical Bacteriology laboratory work experience performing high complexity testing of all common patient specimen types.
3. Can consider previously certified Medical Technologists who met credentialing requirements from the United States Department of Health, Education & Welfare (HEW certified MT) who meet the required knowledge skills and abilities listed below and possess at least 10 years of recent and continuous clinical microbiology work experience.

Pay Range: $35.80/hour - $55.54/hour

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit packages, including medical, dental, vision, mental health, paid time off, 403B, educationassistanceand voluntary benefits (pet insurance, accident insurance, hospitalindemnityand others) available fromthefirstday of employment.
• Work/Life balance with flexible schedules.
• Free onsite parking.
• Our mission and core values are what drive each member of Trinity Health to support each other, communicate openly and respectfully while embracing a culture that nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.
• Referral Rewards Program

About us

Holy Cross Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system that serves the two most populous counties in Maryland, Montgomery and Prince George’s, with a commitment to being the most trusted provider of health-care services in the area. Founded in 1963 by the Sisters of the Holy Cross, Holy Cross Health is a member of Trinity Health of Livonia, Michigan. Holy Cross Hospital, in Silver Spring, is one of the largest hospitals in Maryland, and Holy Cross Germantown Hospital is the first hospital in the nation built on a community college campus, enhanced by an educational partnership. The Holy Cross Health Network operates primary-care practices and affordable health centers, and offers a wide range of innovative, community-based health and wellness programs. Specialty care, home care and hospice services round out Holy Cross Health’s high-quality and coordinated continuum of care that aims to improve health and let you live life on your own terms.

Holy Cross Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to Minority/Females/disabled/Veteran(M/F/D/V) status.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.