Specimen Processing Supervisor

Role Summary

Specimen Processing Supervisor – Schedule/Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 1:00 am-9:30 am. The primary responsibility is leading a local team in the pre-analytical processing of veterinary patient samples at our clinical diagnostic laboratories.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, assign, review, and participate in the work of staff responsible for providing laboratory services in a clinical veterinary laboratory; ensure work quality and adherence to policies and procedures; provide training on proper laboratory test procedures and sample collection processes; perform technical and complex tasks relative to the assigned area of responsibility.
• Lead the team in Quality Control, Quality Assurance, and Operations associated with laboratory testing, equipment, facility, and materials.
• Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise, review, and participate in the work of staff performing chemical, biological, and physical tests of laboratory samples.
• Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; establish schedules and methods for providing laboratory analysis and quality assurance program services.
• Identify resource needs, review with management, and allocate resources accordingly.
• Participate in the development and implementation of policies and procedures; monitor work activities for compliance and propose improvements.
• Provide training on laboratory test procedures, sample collection, and lab methods to personnel; participate in staff selection; address deficiencies and implement discipline procedures.
• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; perform related duties as required.
• Perform more technical and complex tasks relative to the assigned area of responsibility.

Qualifications

• Required: Associate's degree or certification equivalent (MT/MLT); experience in a clinical laboratory setting with knowledge of high throughput hematology, chemistry, immunoassay, urinalysis, O&P/fecal, microbiology, histology and related analyzers/diagnostics.
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree; supervisory experience.

Skills

• Proven ability to build, develop, and thrive within clinical laboratory teams
• Problem-solving skills and adaptability in fast-growing environments
• Ability to balance multiple priorities efficiently
• Extensive experience with IT and Laboratory Information Systems (LIS); proficient with computer systems, technology, and equipment interfaces
• Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and leadership abilities
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management capabilities

Education

• Bachelor's degree preferred; Associate's degree or certification equivalent (MT/MLT) required.

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to work flexible schedules, including nights and weekends
• Must be able to sit/stand/walk for periods of time