Lab Supervisor

Lab Supervisor - Serology IFA

Location: Chantilly, VA - Tuesday to Saturday, 10:30 AM to 7:00 PM /
Training: Monday–Friday 9:00 AM–5:30 PM

Pay range: $67,200+ per year. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and certifications. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive an annual performance bonus.

Under direction of the manager/director, plan, organize, schedule and direct the work of the section in order to effectively maximize employee, equipment and material utilization within budgetary constraints while adhering to quality technical standards.

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
• Best-in-class well‑being programs
• Annual, no‑cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
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  MINDS mental health program
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time
• 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
• Fin Fit financial coaching and services
• 401(k) pre‑tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life and disability insurance, plus buy‑up option
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Annual incentive plans
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Career advancement opportunities
• and so much more!

• Oversee activities of the department, distribute/assign work, determine priorities, schedule non‑routine procedures.
• Perform supervisory functions for assigned staff including interviewing, hiring, training and providing staff development through performance evaluation and corrective counseling.
• Perform advanced/specialized tests and other related laboratory techniques. May duplicate work of others to confirm test results. Re‑evaluate methodology, make recommended changes and assist in test interpretation. Determine if further testing should be done on samples or if test should be repeated.
• Check/approve all specialized and problem reports for accuracy.
• Initiate quality‑control measures and monitor quality of work for adherence to laboratory standards.
• Perform duties of technologist as necessitated by absence or peak workload.
• Complete special projects as requested – surveys, statistical reports, studies, research, etc.
• Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional and sanitary condition.
• Complete training and competency checklists as appropriate.
• Adhere to all established CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA and laboratory safety requirements.
• Required to use PPE, engineering controls and/or work practice controls as directed by management.
• Answer questions from clients or other lab personnel, if applicable.
• Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections, if needed.
• Other duties as assigned. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position.

Required

Work Experience:

Four (4) to six (6) years full‑time experience as a medical technologist or equivalent in a clinical laboratory.

Preferred

Work Experience:

Previous supervisory experience preferred.

• Lifting and carrying objects: 1–10 lbs frequently; 11–25 lbs occasionally; 36–50 lbs seldom; over 50 lbs not to be lifted or carried without assistance.
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time.
• May be required to use a wide variety of manual and automated pipettes and laboratory instruments requiring significant manual dexterity.

• Comprehensive theoretical and operational job knowledge in designated specialty required.
• Knowledge of organizational/departmental policies and procedures.

• Proven leadership and problem‑solving skills.
• Must be detail‑oriented, able to work independently, establish work priorities and handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency.
• Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively with employees, co‑workers and clients.
• Ability to handle client information confidentially.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems.

Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply. While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.