Microbiology Lab Supervisor - Lead Quality & Ops

Ochsner Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in New Orleans seeks a Laboratory Supervisor to oversee daily operations of an assigned lab section, ensuring compliance with accrediting standards and maintaining patient safety. This role combines operational leadership with hands-on technical duties.

The ideal candidate has an associate degree in medical lab technology, ASCP certification, and at least four years of high complexity testing experience, with strong data skills and the ability to train staff and manage projects.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; Bachelor's preferred in medical technology or related field.
• ASCP certification and state license if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates daily operations in assigned laboratory section.
• Supervises, trains, and develops department staff.
• Oversees performance improvement and quality control programs.
• Ensures fiscal responsibility within the lab.
• Participates in PALM and department projects.

Skills

Data entry

Verbal & written communication

Windows applications

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Stress management

Education

Associate's degree in medical laboratory technology

Bachelor's degree in medical technology or related field

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Windows

Job description

Ochsner Health in New Orleans seeks a Laboratory Supervisor to oversee daily operations of an assigned lab section, ensuring compliance with accrediting standards and maintaining patient safety. This role combines operational leadership with hands-on technical duties.

The ideal candidate has an associate degree in medical lab technology, ASCP certification, and at least four years of high complexity testing experience, with strong data skills and the ability to train staff and manage projects.