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General Supervisor – Clinical Chemistry Laboratory
Metro Atlanta, Georgia
About the Opportunity
A growing clinical laboratory in the Atlanta metro area is seeking a General Supervisor to support the launch and operational growth of its Clinical Chemistry testing services. This is an exciting opportunity to join a laboratory in an active stand-up phase with existing CLIA and COLA accreditation, modern instrumentation, and strong technical leadership already in place.
The laboratory’s near-term focus includes chemistry-based HEDIS testing including HbA1c, renal function testing, and urine chemistry assays, with future expansion potential into molecular diagnostics and PCR services.
This role is ideal for an experienced Clinical Laboratory Scientist or Chemistry Supervisor who enjoys building processes, supporting validations, mentoring staff, and helping scale laboratory operations in a fast-paced environment.
Position Overview
The General Supervisor will oversee day-to-day clinical chemistry operations and testing personnel while supporting instrument implementation, assay validation, SOP updates, quality initiatives, and compliance activities. This individual will work closely with laboratory leadership and technical consultants during the laboratory stand-up and growth phase.
Responsibilities
- Supervise daily operations within the Clinical Chemistry laboratory
- Oversee testing personnel performing moderate and high complexity testing
- Support assay validations, instrument verification, and method implementation activities
- Assist with SOP development, revisions, and compliance documentation
- Ensure adherence to CLIA, COLA, CAP, and quality standards
- Monitor QC, proficiency testing, and quality assurance metrics
- Assist with staff training, competency assessments, and scheduling
- Troubleshoot instrumentation and workflow issues within the laboratory
- Collaborate with laboratory leadership during operational scaling and workflow optimization
- Support inspection readiness and ongoing regulatory compliance initiatives
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Biology, Chemistry, or related scientific field
- MLS(ASCP), MT(ASCP), or equivalent certification preferred
- 4 years of clinical laboratory experience in a high complexity laboratory environment
- Prior supervisory, lead tech, or general supervisor experience preferred
- Strong Clinical Chemistry experience required
- Experience with Beckman Coulter AU-series analyzers strongly preferred (AU480/AU680)
- Experience with assay validation, SOP development, and quality systems highly preferred
- Knowledge of CLIA, COLA, CAP, and CMS laboratory regulations
- Strong organizational, troubleshooting, and communication skills
Compensation & Benefits
- Estimated salary range: $90,000 – $115,000 annually
- Potential flexibility for highly experienced chemistry supervisors with startup or validation expertise
- Comprehensive benefits package anticipated, including health, dental, vision, and PTO
- Opportunity to join a growing laboratory organization during a critical expansion phase
About us:
At Lighthouse Lab Services, we offer solutions to help start, grow, and run clinical laboratories. Our recruiting team has over 18 years of proven success placing job seekers in positions ranging from entry-level Medical Technologists to seasoned Laboratory Directors. We recruit nationwide, for permanent and travel positions with clients ranging from small hospitals to large reference laboratories.
It is the policy of Lighthouse Lab Services to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Lighthouse Lab Services is committed to working and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including persons with disabilities.
If at any time during the application process, you need an accommodation, please contact recruiting@lighthouselabservices.com for assistance.
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Salary : $90,000 - $115,000