Core Lab Supervisor Technical

About the Role

Lighthouse Lab Services continues to partner with a leading healthcare organization in Raleigh NC and we are seeking an experienced Core Laboratory Technical Supervisor to oversee evening operations within a high-volume fast-paced clinical laboratory. This leader will ensure accurate efficient testing workflows; uphold regulatory compliance; and support a culture of quality safety and professional growth.

The ideal candidate is an experienced MLS/MLT professional with strong technical expertise across core lab disciplinesincluding chemistry hematology coagulation and urinalysisand proven leadership abilities in a CAP/CLIA-regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise evening shift operations for the Core Lab ensuring timely and accurate testing across chemistry hematology coagulation urinalysis and related areas.

• Oversee daily workflow staff assignments troubleshooting and workload balancing to maintain optimal turnaround times.

• Serve as the on-shift technical resource for complex testing issues instrument concerns and analytical problem solving.

• Ensure full compliance with CLIA CAP Joint Commission and internal quality standards.

• Monitor QC proficiency testing performance instrument maintenance and documentation.

• Support audits inspections and continuous quality improvement initiatives.

• Provide direct supervision to evening shift technologists and technicians.

• Train and mentor staff; oversee competency assessments coaching and performance feedback.

• Promote a positive and collaborative work environment aligned with organizational values.

• Collaborate with day and night supervisors to support seamless 24/7 laboratory operations.

• Maintain accurate shift reports incident documentation and communication logs.

• Assist with scheduling supply management and implementation of new assays equipment or workflows.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Medical Laboratory Science Biology Chemistry or related field required.

• ASCP MLS/MLT certification (or equivalent) required.

• Minimum 35 years of core lab experience; previous supervisory experience strongly preferred.

• Strong understanding of CAP/CLIA regulations QC principles and laboratory instrumentation.

• Excellent communication leadership and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment and make sound decisions independently.

Shift and Salary:

• Shift: Evening (2:00pm - 10:00pm)
• Salary: $35-$42/hour (depending on experience)

What this opportunity will provide:

• Opportunity to lead a critical part of the laboratory during a key operational shift.

• Supportive leadership team and strong professional development culture.

• Competitive compensation comprehensive benefits and relocation support available.

About us:

At Lighthouse Lab Services we offer solutions to help start grow and run clinical laboratories. Our recruiting team has over 18 years of proven success placing job seekers in positions ranging from entry-level Medical Technologists to seasoned Laboratory Directors. We recruit nationwide for permanent and travel positions with clients ranging from small hospitals to large reference laboratories.

It is the policy of Lighthouse Lab Services to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age color national origin citizenship status physical or mental disability race religion creed gender sex sexual orientation gender identity and/or expression genetic information marital status status with regard to public assistance veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law. Lighthouse Lab Services is committed to working and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities including persons with disabilities.

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