Analytical Supervisor

Sonic Reference Laboratory - Austin, TX

Full-time - Senior

Austin, TX

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Analytical Chemistry Supervisor at Sonic Reference Laboratory, Inc. is responsible for overseeing laboratory personnel, ensuring safety and compliance with regulatory standards, and managing workflow and inventory. This role emphasizes leadership, quality assurance, and continuous improvement within a collaborative work environment dedicated to mutual respect and team spirit.

Responsibilities

• Maintains adequate scheduling and coordination of workflow for assigned staff
• Manages and coordinates the procurement of Clinical Laboratory supplies and equipment
• Monitors standing orders, negotiates supply contracts, continually evaluates pricing and terminates agreements with vendors
• Supervise and control inventory distribution
• Identifies laboratory needs for equipment and staffing
• Ensures all personnel are continuously informed of changes in SOPs and company processes
• Self-education in regard to developments in the laboratory field
• Evaluates employees' work performance and documents performance, training, and disciplinary actions
• Responsible for the initiation, design, and completion of special projects, process improvements or new method implementation in the Clinical Laboratory
• Monthly QC/QA document review on all analyzers, bench procedures, and log sheets
• Initiates and participates in laboratory monthly meetings
• Ensures a clean and safe environment for all Clinical Laboratory personnel
• Enforces universal precautions and use of personal protective equipment for laboratory personnel
• Develops and follows continuing education program for Clinical Laboratory employees as required by CAP and State clinical regulatory guidelines
• Ensures all workflow processes are completed within acceptable time frames
• Ensures CAP/State regulatory compliance is met for all applicable areas
• Prepares for and participates in CAP/State regulatory inspection, provides required documents and responses to investigators' requested items
• Responsible for the maintenance and organization of all documentation generated by the laboratory
• Prepare new SOPs; review and update existing SOPs

Requirements

• B.S. degree in Medical Technology, Medical Lab Science, or a Chemical, Biological, or Physical Science
• Six (6) years of laboratory experience in a CAP/CLIA regulated laboratory, preferably chemistry, special chemistry, or liquid chromatography/mass spectrometry (LCMS)
• Two (2) years of experience in leadership or administrative roles
• Excellent communication skills and demonstrated leadership ability amongst diverse groups
• Reliable professional and positive attitude, inspires positivity in others
• Expert knowledge in molecular techniques, equipment, and methods
• Ability to coordinate and effectively represent the company to vendor representatives
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to collect and analyze data using graphs, tables, charts, and mathematical calculations
• Advanced computer skills including MS Excel, Outlook, and Word
• Familiar with informatics and data workflows; a demonstrated ability to work with IT and other technical personnel
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and dynamic priorities/deadlines
• Experienced with clinical lab regulations & Audits (CLIA, CAP, ISO, NY State) and GDP policies
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and manage stress appropriately
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Nice-to-haves

• Certified as Medical Technologist, Clinical Laboratory Scientist, or Molecular Biology, by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) OR equivalent certification