Supervisor Lab - Core Laboratory - Roper Hospital

Roper St. Francis Healthcare; Michigan; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Roper St. Francis Healthcare is seeking a Laboratory Supervisor to coordinate workflows across clinical laboratory disciplines, including overseeing staffing, training, and performance monitoring while ensuring compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.

The role works with section leaders, management, and pathologists to maintain high-quality lab operations, schedules staff, manages timekeeping, and supports a safe, compliant work environment in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• MLS Medical Lab Scientist Certification or eligible by a nationally recognized certification agency (preferably ASCP) (required)
• Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science or related field from an accredited program (required)
• Minimum 5 years experience in a laboratory tech setting (preferred)
• Leadership experience in a laboratory tech environment (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Utilizes working knowledge of procedures and theories in all areas of responsibilities.
• Hires, onboards, and administers disciplinary actions of personnel as needed.
• Completes schedule and manages timekeeping.
• Implements policies and procedures as relates to specific area.
• Oversees training and orientation of personnel.
• Maintains standards of accreditation for their area.
• Performs regular discussion on priorities and performance to staff via touch bases, check-ins, etc.

Skills

Active Listening

Leadership

Time Management

Verbal and Written Communication

Problem Solving

Scheduling and Timekeeping

Hiring and Onboarding

Staff Training

Accreditation Standards

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Bachelor's in Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Laboratory Science/Biomedical Science/Biology/Biochemistry

CLIA-approved program (required for BSMH only)

Bachelor's degree in medical technology or related science (required for Roper)

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems

Job description

HOURS:

8:00am - 4:00pm, hours may vary as needed

Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Supervisor Lab coordinates workflows including organizing, staffing, directing, reviewing, and monitoring related to some or all aspects of the clinical laboratory disciplines (e.g., Blood Bank, Chemistry, Hematology, Immunology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Point of Care, Toxicology). This position works closely with other laboratory section leaders, laboratory management, and pathologists. They ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.

Essential Job Functions

• Utilizes working knowledge of procedures and theories in all areas of responsibilities.
• Hires, onboards, and administers disciplinary actions of personnel as needed.
• Completes schedule and manages timekeeping.
• Implements policies and procedures as relates to specific area.
• Oversees training and orientation of personnel.
• Maintains standards of accreditation for their area.
• Performs regular discussion on priorities and performance to staff via touch bases, check-ins, etc.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

MLS Medical Lab Scientist Certification or eligible by a nationally recognized certification agency (preferably ASCP) (required)

Education

Bachelors, Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Laboratory Science/Biomedical Science/Biology/ Biochemistry

from a Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) approved program (required for BSMH only)

Bachelor's degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical, or biological science or equivalent (required for Roper only)

Work Experience

5 years experience in a laboratory tech setting (preferred)

Previous experience in a leadership position in a laboratory tech environment (preferred)

Training

None

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur

May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse

May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights

May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids*

May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials*

May have periods of constant interruptions

General office environment

Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions

Prolonged periods of working alone

Other: Intermittent exposure to fumes and odors

* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Physical Requirements

Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.) 1-33%

Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.) 0%

Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.) 1-33%

Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.) 1-33%

Stoop/Kneel 1-33%

Crawling 0%

Climbing 0%

Balance 1-33%

Bending 1-33%

Sitting 67-100%

Walking 1-33%

Standing 1-33%

Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards

Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)

Perform shift work

Hear alarms/telephone/audio recorder

Reach above shoulder

Repetitive arm/hand movements

Finger Dexterity

Color Vision

Acuity - far

Acuity - near

Depth perception

Use of latex products

Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents

Exposure to moving mechanical parts

Exposure to dust/fumes

Exposure to potential electrical shock

Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy

Exposure to high pitched noises

Gaseous risk exposure

Patient Population

Neonates (0-4 weeks)

Infant (1-12 months)

Pediatrics (1-12 years)

Adolescents (13-17 years)

Adults (18-64 years)

Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Skills

Active Listening

Ability to discern the thinking of others

Service Orientation

Verbal and Written Communication

Coordination

Problem Solving

Customer Service

Leadership

Keyboarding

Microsoft Office

Telephone Skills

Office Machine Operation

Lab Information Systems

Ability to train staff

Organization

Time Management

Clinical laboratory disciplines

Scheduling and timekeeping

Accreditation standards

Hiring and onboarding

As a Roper St. Francis Healthcare teammate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status

Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a).Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail] (mailto:[e-mail])