Outpatient Lab Supervisor

Novant Health; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health in Wilmington, NC seeks a Laboratory Team Lead with a strong background in clinical laboratory science to oversee day-to-day operations, ensure quality control, and report results accurately. The role requires a Baccalaureate degree in medical technology or related field, ASCP/AMT certification, and at least five years of lab experience with leadership responsibilities.

You will train staff, evaluate new techniques, and liaise with clinical teams to communicate results and ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in medical technology or clinical laboratory science required.
• Five years of relevant laboratory tech and leadership experience preferred.
• ASCP or AMT technologist certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform all laboratory procedures including quality control, processing, testing and reporting.
• Oversee department operations and HR responsibilities.
• Orient and train personnel on equipment and software.
• Evaluate new or modified techniques as required.
• Communicate results and collaborate with medical staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Quality assurance

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in medical technology / clinical laboratory science

Job description

What We Offer

Team member is responsible for performing all laboratory procedures, including quality control, specimen collection, as applicable, processing, testing, and reporting of lab results. Team member will also assist in the evaluation of new or modified techniques when required. They will advise and assist in the orientation and training of other personnel on equipment and software, as necessary. They will also oversee lab operations for a department with HR responsibilities.

What We're Looking For

Education: 4 Year / Bachelors Degree required. Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical or biological science or equivalent. Successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Medical Technology or MT program Preferred.

Experience: Five years of relevant laboratory tech and/or leadership experience preferred.

Licensure/Certification (required): Technologist/Scientist Cert from ASCP or AMT (BB, C, H, HTL, MT/MLS, M, MB).

Additional Skills/Requirements (required): All individuals certified ASCP beginning January 1, 2004, must participate and maintain ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) through the Certification Maintenance Program (CMP). All individuals who are certified AMT beginning January 1, 2006, must participate and maintain AMT Certification Continuation Program (CCP). Qualifies as a General Supervisor under CLIA 88 guidelines. Knowledge of current medical terminology to perform full range of laboratory tests. Knowledge of laboratory equipment and testing to perform quality control checks and troubleshooting of instrumentation. Knowledge of medical terminology to communicate with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results. Skill in performing a full range of laboratory tests. Skill in anticipating and reacting calmly to emergency situations. Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, hospital staff and the public. Ability to read and understand information about instrumentation in laboratory field. Ability to follow written protocols. Ability to work independently. Ability to communicate clearly.

Additional Skills/Requirements (preferred): Specialist certifications from accreditation agencies.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Job Opening ID

128072