Laboratory Supervisor Microbiology

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At Clinical Pathology Laboratories a division of Sonic Healthcare USA we cultivate a supportive science-driven environment that encourages innovation and collaboration. Our mission is to advance the health and well-being of our communities through excellence in clinical laboratory solutions. Quality is in our DNA. Is it in yours

This full-time opportunity is in the Microbiology Department of Clinical Pathology Laboratories (CPL) in Austin Texas. We are seeking an Microbiology Supervisor to work primarily on first shift (7:30 AM 3:30 PM) Monday-Friday.

In This Role You Will:

• Oversee bacteriology parasitology mycology technician and problem resolution teams including quality monitoring competencies inventory management and alignment with established procedures and process changes

• Maintain awareness of the full laboratory workflow to identify and troubleshoot issues escalating concerns appropriately with proposed solutions

• Serve as a primary contact for audits and ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements

• Lead validation and integration of new instrumentation to improve laboratory efficiency and testing capabilities

• Drive recruitment conduct interviews and support employee relations in collaboration with the Manager and Human Resources

• Meet regularly with team members to review goals and progress complete performance reviews approve timecards and PTO requests and lead team meetings

• Promote team morale and professionalism fostering a collaborative work environment

• Collaborate with Esoteric Microbiology Microbiology Processing and Microbiology Exception Handling leadership to ensure cohesion across teams and shifts

What Were Looking For:

• Bachelors degree or higher in a biological medical or laboratory science

• At least 5 years of experience in a high-complexity clinical microbiology laboratory including at least 1 year in a leadership or supervisory role

• Qualified to serve as a General Supervisor as defined by the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA)

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated analytical and problem-solving ability

• Proficiency in operating standard laboratory equipment including automated analyzers centrifuges microscopes manual and automated pipettes and computer systems

• Commitment to learning new techniques and technologies and supporting continuous professional development

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Certification by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) in Microbiology or Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent certification

• Experience serving as a CLIA laboratory technical supervisor or in an equivalent leadership role

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive benefits including medical dental and vision insurance

• A 401(k) plan with company match to support your retirement goals

• Work-life balance including Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

• Free lab services for you and your dependents

• Opportunities to grow your career and expand your skills

Additional Details:

This role involves routine access to Protected Health Information (PHI). Employees are required to maintain strict confidentiality and comply with all privacy and security standards. Access to PHI is permitted only when necessary to fulfill job responsibilities.

Who We Are:

Sonic Healthcare USA is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We celebrate diversity and prohibit discrimination or harassment based on race color sex religion age national origin disability genetics veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment including recruitment hiring promotions transfers discipline terminations compensation training and benefits.

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Sonic Healthcare USA is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive workplace for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race color sex religion age national origin disability genetics veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.