WVH Lab Supervisor

Salem Health
life insurance, paid time off, 401(k), retirement plan, relocation assistance
United States, Oregon, Salem
May 11, 2025
Location Site: West Valley Hospital; 525 SE Washington St, Dallas, Oregon 97338 Department: WVH Laboratory Position Type: Full Time; 40 hours/week; Non-Exempt Start time/Shift/Schedule: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Monday - Friday Your role with usWe are seeking an experienced Laboratory Supervisor to lead our West Valley Hospital laboratory team. As a key member of our laboratory leadership, you will oversee daily operations, supervise staff, and ensure high-quality patient care. You will provide guidance, training, and development opportunities to staff, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.What you'll doPerforms responsibilities of a staff technologist, setting high standards of performance; Plans, directs and supervises the prioritization and performance of the daily workloads within the department.Interprets laboratory policies to department staff, analyzes and resolves employee problems and initiates plans to motivate staff and achieve goals; Participates in hiring decisions.Schedules employees, provides orientation and training programs and performs actions such as disciplinary actions and yearly performance evaluations; Assures that all staff on the shift are properly trained to perform the necessary duties.Acts as a liaison between the laboratory and other departments and their leadership as needed; Personnel complete tests within established turnaround times, audited regularly through the LIS or by other means.Obtain a minimum of 8 CEU's annually.Responsible for all competency training, testing, and sign offs Supervisor expectations: Demonstrate and build commitment; Communicate the importance of the organization's mission, vision and values.Demonstrate commitment to the mission, vision and values by showing their connection to hospital, department and individual activities; Ensure employees understand their role and responsibilities in achieving organizational success Expect and reward excellence.Establish and communicate clear expectations; Provide ongoing coaching and feedback; Confront behaviors that violate values or standards; Acknowledge and celebrate excellent performance; Encourage initiative.Understand, interpret and consistently apply the organization's policies and procedures; Respect divergent viewpoints; Promotes positive communication in person and in writing; Communicate effectively.Model open, clear and consistent communication; Demonstrate effective listening - listen to understand; Ensure that employees are informed about department and hospital goals, strategies and action plans.Create a culture of continuous improvement; Demonstrate a personal commitment to performance improvement; Model performance improvement principles. Use performance improvement tools and processes to improve quality; Ensure that employees understand and meet or exceed customer expectations; Resolve customer complaints immediately.Work collaboratively across the organization -- consider the impact of decisions and actions on other departments; Assist staff in defining and working toward career development goals; Create a learning environment.Create opportunities for employees to develop their skills and abilities; Continue own education to strengthen knowledge and meet current and future goals; Delegate responsibility according to the individual's skill, knowledge and abilities. Plan strategically and manage resources to produce desired results; Develop and manage an effective plan for the future direction of areas of responsibility; Achieve results within budgetary parameters; Understand regulatory issues and ensure compliance. Background/experienceBachelor's Degree required; If Bachelor's is not in a science field, sufficient course work in the sciences is required to meet CLIA requirements for highly complex testing. Have a Bachelor's Degree in a chemical, physical, or biological science or medical technology from an accredited institution with six (6) months in high complexity testing within the subspecialty, four (4) years of laboratory training or experience or both.Medical Laboratory Scientist registration required (ASCP).Minimum four (4) years of relevant technical laboratory experience. Total rewards package Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations and professional growth. Relocation assistance available for qualified positions Full comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans Basic and voluntary life insurance Short and long-term disability Live Well Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 401(K) retirement plan with employer contributions. Generous paid time off (PTO) accrual and holiday pay Onsite fitness center with 24/7 badge access Education assistance program Public service loan forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer https://studentaid.gov/ Food and drink discounts in the cafeteria. Impressive discounts offered by Nike, Adidas, Carhartt and others. Why Salem Health? Salem Health is a Top Workplace in Oregon, known for fostering a supportive culture where your contributions truly matter. As an award-winning, independent health care system, we serve our region through Salem Hospital, multiple community clinics and West Valley Hospital, ensuring broad access to high-quality care. We believe in empowering our teams. Through Lean principles, staff help drive innovation and solve real problems. We also invest in your growth with professional development, tuition assistance, and clear career pathways. At Salem Health, you'll find more than a job, you'll find purpose, connection and room to thrive. Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law. Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact my.recruiter@salemhealth.org