Southern Illinois Healthcare

Supervisor, Laboratory

Southern Illinois Healthcare  •  United States (Onsite)  •  13 days ago
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Job Description

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The Supervisor, Laboratory General is responsible for the daily supervision of high complexity testing personnel in compliance with CLIA and CAP regulations. This role involves direct oversight of laboratory operations, troubleshooting technical issues, ensuring quality control, and verifying that all testing personnel perform competently.

Education

  • Associate degree in a laboratory science or technology required

  • Bachelor's degree in a laboratory science or technology preferred

Licenses and Certification

  • MLT (ASCP) or equivalent required

  • MLS (ASCP), MT (ASCP), or equivalent certification preferred.

  • Specialty certifications (e.g., Blood Bank, Microbiology) preferred.

Experience and Skills

  • Technical Experience: 2 years in high-complexity testing

  • Supervisory Experience Preferred

Role Specific Responsibilities

  • Leadership & Supervision
    • Provides direct supervision of testing personnel performing waived, moderate, and high-complexity testing.
    • Ensures all laboratory staff maintain competency in their assigned testing areas.
    • Assists in the recruitment, hiring, and evaluation of staff.
    • Provides technical training and mentorship to laboratory coworkers.
    • Exhibits strong leadership characteristics, consistent with SIH’s values.
    • Completes department required continuing education annually
  • Quality Assurance & Compliance
    • Oversees adherence to CLIA, CAP, and other regulatory standards.
    • Monitors quality control and investigates deviations in testing procedures.
    • Ensures all proficiency testing is performed, reviewed, and documented correctly.
    • Assists with regulatory inspections and compliance audits.
  • Technical Oversight & Problem Resolution
    • Troubleshoots technical issues related to instrumentation, reagents, and procedures.
    • Assists in evaluating new test methods and instruments.
    • Implements process improvements to enhance laboratory efficiency and workflow.
  • Operational Management
    • Assists with scheduling and staffing to ensure adequate test coverage.
    • Maintains inventory and supplies for the department.
    • Supports test verification, validation, and implementation of new procedures.

Compensation (Commensurate with experience):

$34.43 - $53.37

To access our Benefits Guide/Plan Information, please click the link below:

http://www.sih.net/careers/benefits

Southern Illinois Healthcare

About Southern Illinois Healthcare

Southern Illinois Healthcare (SIH) is a not-for-profit health system serving the southernmost counties of Illinois with four hospitals, a comprehensive cancer center, Level II Trauma Center and more than 30 outpatient and specialty practices. Based in Carbondale, Ill., SIH is the region’s largest private employer with 4,000 employees and the largest provider of charity care, unreimbursed care and community benefits.

Recognized for quality outcomes in cardiac, stroke, bariatric and cancer care, SIH holds affiliations with renowned peers such as Prairie Heart Institute, SIU School of Medicine Family Practice Residency Program, Siteman Cancer Network and the BJC Collaborative.

We are dedicated to improving the health and well-being of all of the people in the communities we serve.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Carbondale, IL
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
sih.net
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