Lab Supervisor for Microbiology Department

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Job description

LabCorp is seeking a highly motivated and energetic Supervisor for our Microbiology Department to join our team in Seattle, WA. I n this position, you will work in a fast paced, customer focused, and challenging environment, and will be a part of our overall mission at LabCorp: "Improving Health, Improving Lives".

Schedule: Monday - Friday 1:00am - 10:00am, 3rd shift.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operational activities of Microbiology while implementing operational improvements to increase client satisfaction, quality performance, and operation efficiency.
• Provide leadership to all department team members and promote a positive environment.
• Mentors and provides necessary tools for team success.
• Effectively manage change, facilitate innovation and foster teambuilding to provide the highest quality and most cost effective laboratory product possible.
• Ensure all areas of responsibility are meeting the needs of our clients, corporate service metrics, quality standards, and expectations.
• Resolves client inquiries and operational issues in a timely manner by consulting with the Lab Manager.
• Ensures effective communication with Leadership, Clients, Sales, Corporate Operations, as well as direct reports and all departmental staff
• Investigate deviations from established procedures to ensure effective corrective action
• Ensure personnel competency and address performance related issues as necessary
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment

Requirements

• Requirements:
  
  • Normally a B.A./B.S. Degree in related field
  • Minimum 5-7 years of experience
  • Prior supervisor experience preferred
  • Experience in a high volume working environment
  • Knowledge of quality assurance practices and procedures
  • Understanding of operations as well as policies and procedures
  • Proven ability to problem solve/troubleshoot and provide solutions under minimal supervision
  • Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
  • Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position

Shift

Schedule

Monday through Friday 1:00am - 10:00am; additional hours as needed