Clinical Pathology Laboratory Supervisor

Posting Details

Posting Information


Posting Number
PG194605EP


Internal Recruitment
No


Working Title
Clinical Pathology Laboratory Supervisor


Anticipated Hiring Range
$74,000 - $76,000


Work Schedule
Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Participates in after-hours on call, weekends and holidays as needed.


Job Location
Raleigh, NC


Department
CVM Teaching Hospital


About the Department


Established in 1983, the NC State Veterinary Hospital (VH) is one of the nation's highest-rated academic medical centers, serving North Carolina and the surrounding region. The VH treats nearly 35,000 patients annually across more than 20 clinical services, utilizing a team-based approach that leverages the expertise of nationally and internationally renowned board-certified specialists.

The VH is dedicated to:

• Clinical Excellence: Providing compassionate, state-of-the-art specialty healthcare at the cutting edge of veterinary medicine.
• Education: Delivering expert clinical instruction to fourth-year veterinary students from the College of Veterinary Medicine.
• Innovation: Advancing the field through the ongoing investigation of innovative techniques and medical procedures.

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits


As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer:

• Medical , Dental , and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership , and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Essential Job Duties


The Medical Laboratory Supervisor manages the daily operations of the Clinical Pathology Laboratory. This role is responsible for the direct supervision of human resources, the implementation of comprehensive quality assurance programs, and the maintenance of regulatory compliance to ensure the delivery of accurate and timely diagnostic data for the NCSU CVM Veterinary Hospital and external partners.

Key Responsibilities:

Quality Assurance & Regulatory Compliance

• Develop, implement, and monitor a quality assurance program for the Clinical Pathology Lab.
• Author and perform annual reviews of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure strict adherence to State and Federal regulations.
• Perform statistical analysis of daily Quality Control (QC) results and patient data to verify accuracy and precision.
• Identify, document, and mitigate pre-analytical and analytical variables that may compromise the integrity of test results.

Personnel Management & Human Resources

• Supervise daily activities for all full-time and part-time laboratory staff.
• Manage recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance evaluations for technical personnel.
• Ensure adequate staffing levels to meet hospital demand and maintain laboratory safety standards.

Operational Oversight & Workflow Management

• Monitor pending test logs and turnaround times (TAT) to ensure the expeditious reporting of results.
• Oversee the daily workflow across all laboratory departments to maintain maximum efficiency.
• Ensure all equipment is maintained and calibrated according to manufacturer and regulatory specifications.

Technical Consultation & Research/Development

• Maintain high-level technical expertise in all laboratory departments to provide guidance or cross-functional support.
• Collaborate with the CPL team, Pathologists and the Hospital Administrator to evaluate and implement new tests as needed .
• Lead the validation and implementation process for new laboratory methodologies and instrumentation.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Comprehensive expertise in clinical pathology methodologies (hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, etc.).
• Deep understanding of laboratory compliance, biosafety protocols, and QA/QC statistical applications.
• Ability to manage varied teams and foster a collaborative environment between the lab, pathologists, and hospital administration.
• Capability to troubleshoot complex technical issues and optimize laboratory workflows.

Other Responsibilities

• Multi-task and organize many projects to reach a satisfactory outcome.
• Ensure all laboratory sections are staffed and functioning.

Qualifications


Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry, or a Biological Science and three years of laboratory experience related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Some positions may require compliance with current Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) Regulations.

Other Required Qualifications

• Ability to function as a clinical laboratory technician
• Understanding of laboratory equipment and processes
• Competency in establishing SOPs compliant with both State and Federal regulatory agencies

Preferred Qualifications

• BS degree in clinical laboratory science
• 5-7 years of laboratory technician experience
• 3-5 years in laboratory management
• 1-3 years in a supervisory role

Required License(s) or Certification(s)

• ASCP certified

Valid NC Driver's License required
No


Commercial Driver's License required
No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions


Job Open Date
04/17/2026


Anticipated Close Date
Open Until Filled


Special Instructions to Applicants


Please include a resume, cover letter, and contact information for at least three professional references.

Position Details


Position Number
00043315


Position Type
EPS/SAAO


Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.00


Appointment
12 Month Recurring


Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Mandatory - Adverse Weather


Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal Emergencies


Department ID
192001 - CVM Teaching Hospital


EEO


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