Lab Supervisor
Job in
Newark, Essex County, New Jersey, 07175, USA
Listing for:
Saint Michael's Medical Center
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-01-27
Job specializations:
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Healthcare
Medical Technologist & Lab Technician, Clinical Research
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Overview
Overview
The Saint Michael's Medical Center community emphasizes quality, compassion and service. Saint Michael's Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference. Established by the Franciscan Sisters of the Poor in 1867, Saint Michael's Medical Center is a 358-bed regional tertiary-care, teaching and research center located in Newark's business and educational district.
The hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission and combines state-of-the-art technology, advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, leading-edge research, and a network of physicians, nurses and allied health professionals to deliver top-quality care.
The first medical institution in New Jersey to perform open-heart surgery and to develop a cardiac catheterization program, Saint Michael's Medical Center is home to the Heart and Vascular Institute, which offers a comprehensive array of innovative cardiac treatments and procedures. Learn more at
Responsibilities
Each individual performs only those waived, moderate, or highly complex tests authorized by CLIA and must possess a degree of skill commensurate with individual’s education, training or experience and technical abilities.Function as the department Section Supervisor or Lead, supervising the daily operation of the section(s).Provide consultative services to the medical staff in the capacity of Technical Consultant.Oversee the section/department performance improvement program and participate in hospital interdisciplinary performance improvement initiatives.Be responsible for the technical and fiscal management of the section(s).Oversee the section(s) quality management/assurance program.Ensure compliance with all regulatory and accreditation requirements.Assess staff competency and complete performance evaluations in a timely manner.Ensure the accuracy of patient results prior to releasing or reporting.Develop, maintain and update section policy and procedure manuals.Review quality control performance and document corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from established specifications.Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance and correct the problem or immediately notify the Director or Medical Director.Perform a wide variety of laboratory procedures using manual and automated methods in Hematology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Microbiology, Immunology, and other disciplines as introduced into the laboratory.Ensure the performance and documentation of equipment maintenance – daily, weekly, monthly, or as needed.Recognize age-specific differences in expected results for newborns to geriatrics.Ensure the testing of proficiency testing samples is performed consistently with patient samples and that collaboration with other laboratories is prohibited prior to reporting to the appropriate agencies.Ensure the currency of all laboratory policies and procedures.Adhere to all department and hospital policies and procedures related to safety, infection control, emergency preparedness, and human resources.May be assigned responsibilities related to LIS and/or POC.Other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director.Qualifications
Education and Work Experience
- ASCP certification, or equivalent, required
- Minimum five years hospital laboratory work experience required
- Bachelor's Degree in chemical, physical, biological science, or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution, or other educational requirements as stated in CLIA (42 CFR 493.1489)
- Current and Valid State License if the laboratory is located in a state where required.
Pay Transparency Employment Status
Full Time
Shift
Days
Equal Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
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