Medical Lab Supervisor Jobs

A Medical Lab Supervisor in the med tech industry oversees the daily operations of a medical or clinical laboratory. They ensure that the lab adheres to standard procedures and regulations for analyzing specimen samples, and troubleshoot any technical issues with the lab equipment or processes. They also supervise and direct lab staff, provide training, and manage scheduling and budgeting. They report to management on lab operations, implement policies to improve efficiency, and ensure quality control and safety within the lab.

Key skills for a Medical Lab Supervisor include attention to detail, leadership, good communication, and technical competence in lab procedures and equipment. They should be certified as a medical technologist (MT) or clinical laboratory scientist (CLS) and may also need certification in laboratory management. Prior to becoming a Medical Lab Supervisor, a person may have roles as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist, Medical Laboratory Scientist, or Laboratory Technician, gaining experience in performing lab tests and understanding lab operations.

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Supervisor - Hematology

  • Georgetown, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Georgetown, TX
  • 2 days ago

Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Position Qualifications: We're not just a workplace - we're a Great Place to Work certified employer! Proudly certified as a Great Place to Work, we are...

Supervisor, Histology - 3rd Shift

  • Dallas, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Position Qualifications: We're not just a workplace - we're a Great Place to Work certified employer! Proudly certified as a Great Place to Work, we are...

Supervisor of Histology, Clinical Labs

  • Maywood, IL
  • 2 hours ago
  • Maywood, IL
  • 2 hours ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: On-site Position Are you a senior histotechnologist seeking an opportunity to formally lead and mentor others? If so, we have a Supervisor...

Respiratory Care Services Team Lead Position

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 16 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 16 hours ago

Duke Health seeks an experienced Respiratory Care Services Team Lead to join our dynamic team.As a key member of our respiratory care team, you will be responsible for providing exceptional...

Lab Manager for Bone Histology Lab

  • Chapman, NE
  • 16 hours ago
  • Chapman, NE
  • 16 hours ago

Lab Manager for Bone Histology Lab Chapman University, United States about 23 hours ago Location: Chapman, NEBRASKA Deadline: ; Posting Details Student Title Classification Information Quick Link...

Simulation and Skills Lab Manager

  • Memphis, TN
  • 16 hours ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 16 hours ago

Simulation and Skills Lab Manager University of Memphis - 4.2 Memphis, TN Job Details Part-time | Full-time Up to $67,000 a year 16 hours ago Qualifications Nursing 5 years Laboratory experience...

Team Lead Specimen Collector - 1236

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 20 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 20 hours ago

As a Lead Specimen Collector: Collect patient urine and/or oral fluid (saliva) specimens Process and package collections for shipping Serve as an intermediary between the practice / clinic and the laboratory...

Lab Director III

  • Pensacola, FL
  • 20 hours ago
  • Pensacola, FL
  • 20 hours ago

Labcorp is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Director to join our team in Pensacola, FL. This position will be responsible for overseeing the operations and administration of the clinical laboratory...

Medical Team Lead

  • Saint Anthony, ID
  • 20 hours ago
  • Saint Anthony, ID
  • 20 hours ago

Apply Job Type Full-time Description Job Title: Medical Team Lead Location: Rexburg or St. Anthony Clinic (Follow Provider Schedule) Schedule: Full-Time, 4 x 10-hour shifts with a Saturday...

Team Lead - Phlebotomy

  • Gulf Breeze, FL
  • 21 hours ago
  • Gulf Breeze, FL
  • 21 hours ago

Oversees the training of new team members and phlebotomy students. Performs phlebotomy procedures according to established policies and procedures....

Overview Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in...

Team Lead, Surgical Operational Efficiency Specialist

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 1 day ago

KARL STORZ is seeking a skilled and dedicated Team Lead, Surgical Operational Efficiency Specialist to join our dynamic Onsite Service team at a client hospital based in Chattanooga, TN. In this...

Lab Supervisor - Hematology

  • Tampa, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 1 day ago

This position offers a $15,000 sign on bonus. (External candidates only)* Are you an experienced clinical laboratory professional looking for leadership opportunity? Are you detail oriented,...

Lab Supervisor - Chemistry

  • Tampa, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 1 day ago

This position offers a $15,000 sign on bonus. (External candidates only)* Are you an experienced clinical laboratory professional looking for leadership opportunity? Are you detail oriented,...

Lab Services Team Lead

  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago

Are you an experienced clinical laboratory professional looking for leadership opportunity? Are you detail oriented, process focused, and enjoy leading others? Are you looking for an industry...

Medical Lab Supervisor Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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D-Lab: Medical Technologies for the Developing World
D-Lab Health provides a multidisciplinary approach to global health technology design via guest lectures and a major project based on fieldwork. We will explore the current state of global health...
Cyber Risk Supervision
As the reliance of the financial sector on Information Technology and the interconnectedness of systems continue to rise, cybersecurity has become a financial stability risk. Financial supervisors...
Clinical Supervision with Confidence
This online course will help you become a more effective clinical supervisor or educator. It is mapped to competences within the Academy of Medical Educators framework for professional...

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Salary for Medical Lab Supervisor Jobs Nationwide

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Medical Lab Supervisors offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
30.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
26.1%
Associate's Degree
18.6%
High School or GED
11.2%
Master's Degree
9.6%
Doctorate Degree
2.9%
Some College
1.4%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Medical Lab Supervisors
1-2 years
28.3%
Less than 1 year
28.3%
None
24.8%
2-4 years
13.4%
4-6 years
3.8%
8-10 years
1.3%


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