Lighthouse Lab Services is seeking a dedicated and experienced Toxicology General Supervisor to join the laboratory team at a busy pain management clinic located in Laredo, TX. This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead daily operations in a clinical toxicology lab that plays a vital role in supporting patient care through accurate and timely drug testing. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, technical expertise, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
Supervise daily toxicology laboratory operations, including specimen processing, testing, and reporting.
Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., CLIA, CAP, OSHA).
Provide technical guidance and oversight to laboratory personnel to maintain accuracy and efficiency.
Review and approve test results, quality control data, and proficiency testing.
Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and equipment.
Oversee and support staff training, competency assessments, and continuing education.
Collaborate with the Laboratory Director to implement new procedures, technologies, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Participate in internal audits and preparation for regulatory inspections.
Maintain proper documentation of all lab activities in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Chemistry, or a related field required.
Minimum of 1 year of laboratory experience in high-complexity testing under CLIA.
Prior supervisory or lead experience in a toxicology or clinical laboratory strongly preferred.
ASCP or equivalent certification preferred but not required.
Strong knowledge of LC-MS/MS preferred.
Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
Benefits:
Salary range of $75,000-$90,000
Health, dental, and vision insurance
About Us:
At Lighthouse Lab Services, we offer solutions to help start, grow, and run clinical laboratories. Our recruiting team has over 21 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. In addition, Lighthouse Lab Services will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
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