Job Requirements
POSITION SUMMARY
The Supervisor, Laboratory Medicine provides daily supervisory oversight of the assigned
laboratory department, and is accountable to all its functions, processes, regulatory
requirements, and operations. Supports Health First’s Manager, Laboratory Medicine &
Pathology on execution of Health First’s Mission and Vision. Provides frontline leadership of
daily lab operations to assigned department.
PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITES
1. Supervises daily operations of the laboratory, consistent with the mission & vision of
Health First Inc. The general supervisor is assigned to one or more of the following
laboratory departments: general core lab, microbiology, blood bank.
2. Supporting the laboratory manager, and HF lab leadership team, accountable to all
accreditation agencies ensuring the laboratory’s successful compliance with its
regulatory requirements (CAP, TJC, FL State, AABB, OSHA, etc.)
3. Maintains a safe work environment for laboratory staff, as outlined by various
accreditation agencies.
4. Organizes and oversees departmental work schedule. Ensures 24/7 coverage of the
department.
5. Oversees daily quality control operations and aligns department with HF laboratory’s QA
program.
6. Solicits feedback from front line staff, consistently implements process improvement
changes based on feedback received.
7. Develops collaborative relationships with inter-professional departments and ongoing
partnership with other supervisors and other members of Health First leadership team to
ensure organization’s goals are achieved.
8. Demonstrates strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to interact
productively and effectively with associates, leaders, clinicians, staff, and customers.
9. Shows commitment to culture “Continuous Quality Improvement” through incorporation
of evidenced based laboratory medicine, benchmarking, and implementation of
recommended guidelines.
10. Supervises resources allotted to assigned laboratory department.
11. Serves and performs all functions of a CLIA general supervisor for the laboratory in all
sections of responsibility.
12. Engages laboratory associates with constant and proactive communication of
departmental goals, wins, ongoing projects, and changes within the Health First
Laboratory via staff meetings, huddles, emails, rounding and other forms of
communication.
LEADERSHIP ACCOUNTABILITIES
1. Define and communicate a clear, compelling vision for the team that effectively ties into
the mission and vision of Health First, and inspirationally lead the team to achieve that
vision.
2. Provide leadership, motivation, coaching, feedback and support to foster and strengthen
growth and development of an effective, high performing team.
3. Lead change through effective communication, explaining the connection and value to
the organization, creating stronger buy-in and urgency, while understanding impact to
the team to obtain commitment.
4. Demonstrate openness to hearing diverse ideas and thoughts; create a sense of
inclusivity: and encourage collaboration across teams to help break down silos to meet
the team’s and organization’s goals.
5. Recruit, select, grow, and retain highly engaged, high performing diverse and inclusive
associates.
6. Contribute to and support the strategic direction, and demonstrate financial acumen, for
areas of responsibility and organization.
Work Experience
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
field, as outlined by CLIA.
o Strong time management skills.
o Proficient in human relations and interpersonal communication.
o Effective organizational communication skills.
o Skilled in troubleshooting and problem-solving.
o Competent in computer skills and technology use.
o Knowledgeable in quality assurance and quality control procedures.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
outpatient laboratory operations.
Medical Laboratory Scientist by ASCP.
MT/MLS(AMT), Specialist Certification by ASCP (SBB, SC, SH, etc.).
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
tasks.
assistance.
and/or low to moderate noise
use of personal vehicle
Benefits
ABOUT HEALTH FIRST
At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve.
Schedule : Full-Time
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