Lab Supervisor, Clinical Chemistry

Join St. Francis–Emory Healthcare, a 376-bed community-connected hospital in Columbus, GA, that blends cutting-edge care with hometown purpose. As part of the ScionHealth network, St. Francis has been recognized and awarded multiple high-performing honors by U.S. News & World Report, and received multiple disease-specific certifications from the Joint Commission, and was a rated Top Large Hospital in Georgia. St. Francis also delivers advanced heart, orthopedic, and women’s care services. At St. Francis, you will experience a culture of excellence where your work directly shapes the health of our community.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Laboratory Manager and Laboratory Medical Director, the Laboratory Supervisor oversees the day-to-day operations of laboratory personnel engaged in performing chemical, microscopic, and bacteriologic tests. The role ensures adherence to quality control protocols, assists in maintaining laboratory equipment, and supports the Manager in overseeing staffing, training, and compliance with state and federal regulations.

Essential Functions

• Supervises laboratory personnel in performing routine and specialized testing procedures.
• Develops and implements quality control programs to ensure the accuracy and reliability of laboratory results.
• Assists with staffing, scheduling, and training laboratory personnel.
• Ensures compliance with state and federal regulations, including CLIA, CAP, and TJC standards.
• Monitors laboratory equipment and coordinates maintenance and calibration.
• Assists in budgeting, purchasing of laboratory supplies, and inventory management.
• Reviews test results to ensure accuracy and adherence to quality control protocols.
• Provides technical guidance and resolves testing-related issues.
• Assists with proficiency testing and ensures corrective actions are implemented when needed.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Knowledge of laboratory methods, procedures, and regulatory standards.
• Proficient in the use of laboratory equipment and related software.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities under pressure.
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry, Biology, or related field (Required)

Licenses/Certifications

• ASCP - Medical Technologist or equivalent certifying body, i.e. AMT & AAB Upon Hire (Required) Or
• MLS - Medical Lab Scientist (Formally MT Certification) ASCP or equivalent certifying body, i.e. AMT Upon Hire (Required) Or
• Other: CLS-Clinical Lab Scientist (NCA/ASCP) Upon Hire (Required) And
• BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire or within facility-specified time frame (Required)
• The following ASCP specialty certifications may be acceptable: SBB (BB) – Specialist in Blood Banking (Transfusion services, immunohematology, antibody identification), SC (M) – Specialist in Microbiology (Bacteriology, virology, mycology, parasitology), SH (ASCP) – Specialist in Hematology (Advanced hematology, coagulation, morphology), SCT (ASCP) – Specialist in Cytotechnology (Gynecologic and non-gynecologic cytology), SM (ASCP) – Specialist in Molecular Biology (Molecular diagnostics, PCR, genetics), SI (ASCP) – Specialist in Immunology (Immune system disorders, autoimmune testing, serology), ASCP-I (International)

Experience

• 3+ years clinical laboratory experience with supervisory or leadership responsibilities in a high complexity testing environment (Required)