Blood Bank Laboratory Supervisor

Location: Boston, MA

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM, rotating weekends

Compensation: $90,000–$120,000 annually + $15,000 Sign-On Bonus

About the Opportunity

A respected healthcare organization in the Boston area is seeking an experienced Blood Bank Laboratory Supervisor to oversee daily operations within a high-volume transfusion services department. This leadership opportunity is ideal for a skilled laboratory professional who enjoys mentoring staff, optimizing workflows, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient testing services. The successful candidate will bring strong technical expertise, prior leadership experience, and a commitment to regulatory compliance and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise the daily operations of the Blood Bank department.
• Ensure laboratory testing is performed accurately and results are reported in a timely manner.
• Train, mentor, and provide ongoing support to laboratory personnel.
• Monitor workflow and staffing levels to ensure adequate coverage across all shifts.
• Coordinate scheduling and assist with workforce planning.
• Investigate and resolve technical, quality, and production-related issues.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, quality, and service levels.
• Oversee quality control activities and ensure proper instrument maintenance.
• Maintain quality assurance documentation and regulatory records.
• Evaluate new procedures, technologies, and process improvements.
• Conduct regular performance discussions and provide coaching to direct reports.
• Perform bench work as needed while maintaining technical competency.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, accreditation, and laboratory regulations.
• Assist with policy implementation, payroll processing, personnel documentation, and other administrative functions.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, Biology, Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of clinical laboratory experience as a Medical Technologist, Medical Laboratory Scientist, or Laboratory Technician.
• Previous Lead, Senior Technologist, or Supervisory experience strongly preferred.
• ASCP or AMT certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Blood Bank operations and regulatory requirements, including CLIA, CAP, and applicable state regulations.
• Experience with Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational abilities with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
• Capable of meeting the physical demands associated with a clinical laboratory setting.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience, education, certifications, and market factors. $15,000 sign-on bonus available for qualified external candidates. Comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Stock Purchase Program.

About us:

At Lighthouse Lab Services, we offer solutions to help start, grow, and run clinical laboratories. Our recruiting team has over 19 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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