Technical Lab Supervisor — Lead Chemistry & Hematology

Penn Medicine; Chesterbrook (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine Valley Forge is seeking a Technical Supervisor to lead the chemistry and hematology laboratory operations. You will supervise 3 Medical Lab Techs and 4 Phlebotomists while performing hands-on bench work, ensuring accuracy, safety, and compliance with all policies.

The role emphasizes operational leadership, quality control, regulatory readiness, and collaboration with clinical teams. A BA/BS and 4+ years in a clinical lab, plus supervisory experience, are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a biological/chemical field or related area.
• At least 4 years of clinical lab experience with hands-on work.
• Demonstrated supervisory and leadership capabilities in a lab setting.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily technical and administrative functions of the laboratory section.
• Supervise 3 Medical Lab Techs and 4 Phlebotomists, while performing bench work.
• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee QA/QI programs, quality control, and regulatory inspections.
• Monitor workflow, budgeting, and procurement for the section.
• Collaborate with clinicians and researchers on projects and trials.

Skills

Leadership

Quality Assurance

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Arts or Science

Biological and Chemical Sciences or related healthcare field

4+ years clinical lab experience

Supervisory experience

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Quality Assurance systems

Job description

Penn Medicine Valley Forge is seeking a Technical Supervisor to lead the chemistry and hematology laboratory operations. You will supervise 3 Medical Lab Techs and 4 Phlebotomists while performing hands-on bench work, ensuring accuracy, safety, and compliance with all policies.

The role emphasizes operational leadership, quality control, regulatory readiness, and collaboration with clinical teams. A BA/BS and 4+ years in a clinical lab, plus supervisory experience, are required.