The Laboratory Supervisor will play a crucial role in overseeing the daily operations of the laboratory and ensuring that it operates efficiently and in compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
The Laboratory Supervisor’s responsibilities will encompass a wide range of tasks, including procurement, accreditation management, record-keeping, technical problem resolution, and compliance with safety and quality assurance measures.
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
Procurement and Inventory Management
- Analyze, suggest, and manage laboratory purchases of inventory, storage, supplies, machines, and equipment.
- Monitor the maintenance and service agreements for equipment.
- Ensure the completeness of all necessary laboratory reagents and supplies.
Accreditation Management
- Attain and manage the required laboratory accreditations.
Record Keeping and Reporting
- Maintain and manage laboratory records, reports, and files.
- Ensure timely reporting of results, verifying correctness and accuracy.
Administrative and Technical Issue Resolution
- Manage and resolve administrative and technical challenges within the laboratory.
- Assist in the licensing of the clinic laboratory with the Department of Health (DOH) and other regulatory agencies, including drug testing/HIV testing, if applicable.
Laboratory Testing and Operations
- Perform laboratory examinations and interpretation of test results, including drug testing, with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.
- Ensure the traceability of all specimens collected in the laboratory
- Maintain the confidentiality of all laboratory results.
- Handle the operations in the drug testing center, including specimen collection and result encoding.
- Strictly observe standard aseptic techniques and universal precautions.
- Ensure proper storage and disposal of infectious waste and sharps.
Compliance and Quality Assurance
- Verify the completeness of forms and documents submitted for drug testing/HIV testing, if applicable.
- Assist in the implementation of quality assurance initiatives for process improvements.
Equipment and Inventory Management
- Assist in the evaluation and inventory of reagents, supplies, and equipment in the laboratory.
Regulatory Compliance
- Assist in the preparation of necessary documents for permits and licensing of the clinic laboratory.
Ad Hoc Duties
- Perform any other tasks as directed by the immediate head.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science)
- Prior experience in a clinical laboratory setting.
- Knowledge of laboratory equipment and procedures.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Knowledge of laboratory safety and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
