Supervisor, Laboratory Services

University of Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Miami/UHealth, Katz Center Department has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Supervisor, Laboratory Services to work in the UHealth campus.

The Supervisor provides technical direction and support to technologists, oversees test performance, and manages the laboratory's day-to-day operations, including training, competency development, scheduling, and inventory control, to ensure high-quality, compliant laboratory services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• Experience supervising laboratory staff and coordinating work flow.
• Familiarity with lab QA/QC processes and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervises technologists, reviews preliminary results, and ensures accurate reporting.
• Manages purchasing, requisitioning, and maintenance of lab supplies.
• Oversees training and competency evaluation for testing personnel.
• Assists in scheduling and performance management of staff.
• Participates in quality assurance activities and regulatory compliance.
• Supports policy development for staff health and safety, and bloodborne pathogen controls.
• Collaborates with education and research activities with medical students and staff.

Skills

Performance Management

Training & Development

Team Leadership

Technical Proficiency

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

Laboratory software

Office software

LIS/EMR systems

Job description

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The University of Miami/UHealth, Katz Center Department has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Supervisor, Laboratory Services to work in the UHealth campus.

Core Job Summary

The Supervisor, Laboratory Services provides technical direction and support to individual(s) serving as full time or part time technologists at assigned laboratory. This employee also conducts technical, administrative, and managerial functions under the supervision of managing staff.

Core Responsibilities

• Supervises the test performance of technologists, reviews preliminary test results on worksheets, monitors the recording and distribution of finalized reports, initiates deviation report investigations, and implements corrective actions.
• Assists technical personnel in the resolution of test result discrepancies and performance of proficiency test exercises.
• Manages the purchase, requisition, and maintenance of the laboratory stock of supplies.
• Oversees the orientation, training, and evaluation of competency for current and new laboratory testing personnel.
• Assists with the management and scheduling of clinical laboratory personnel.
• Performs occasional technical functions for activities related to the laboratory's quality assurance program, licensure, or certification.
• Interviews, hires, evaluates, counsels, and disciplines subordinate employees.
• Assists in the development of departmental policies for employee bloodborne pathogen exposures, and oversees employee health exposures.
• Collaborates with management in the education of medical students and allied technical personnel through specialized studies, scientific committees, and collaborative research.
• Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures. Ensures employees are trained on controls within the function and on University policy and procedures.

Core Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field required
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience required
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Performance Management: Ability to set performance goals, provide feedback, conduct evaluations, and effectively delegate tasks.
• Training & Development: Providing employee training and motivation to enhance skills.
• Team Leadership: Ability to create and maintain a cohesive and productive team environment, build positive working relationships and work collaboratively with others.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey ideas clearly and persuasively.
• Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

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Job Status: Full time

Employee Type: Staff

Pay Grade: H11