Laboratory Supervisor

3560 Independence Dr, Birmingham, AL 35209, USA

Bessemer, AL, USA

Posted Friday, August 14, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Are you an experienced Histotechnician looking to take the next step in your leadership career? We are seeking a Lab Supervisor to oversee the nightly operations of our fast-paced dermatopathology laboratory. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a team of professionals, drive quality initiatives, mentor staff, and play a key role in supporting exceptional patient care.

As a Lab Supervisor, you will partner closely with Pathologists, laboratory leadership, and operations teams to ensure accuracy, efficiency, compliance, and continuous improvement throughout the laboratory.

• Opportunity to lead and develop a skilled laboratory team
• Direct impact on laboratory quality, performance, and patient care
• Collaborative partnership with Pathologists and laboratory leadership
• Career advancement within a growing organization
• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and vacation
• Provide day-to-day leadership and oversight of laboratory operations
• Ensure appropriate staffing levels to support workflow and turnaround times
• Coach, mentor, and develop laboratory staff to foster engagement and performance
• Monitor quality assurance activities and implement corrective actions as needed
  
  Maintain compliance with accreditation, regulatory, safety, and infection-control standards
• Participate in recruiting, onboarding, training, and professional development initiatives
• Conduct employee evaluations and provide ongoing performance feedback
• Collaborate with leadership to improve laboratory processes, efficiency, and service quality
• Serve as a laboratory resource for operational and technical consultation
• Perform Histotechnician duties as needed to support department operations

• Current ASCP Certification (HT)
• Minimum of five (5) years of Histotechnician experience
• One of the following:
  • Bachelor's degree in chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science/medical technology with at least one year of high-complexity testing experience; or
  • Associate degree in laboratory science or medical technology with at least two years of high-complexity testing experience; or
  • Previously qualified or eligible to qualify as a General Supervisor prior to February 28, 1992

• Passion for leading and developing others
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to quality, compliance, and continuous improvement
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Positive and collaborative leadership style

This position supports overnight laboratory operations. Start times may range

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