Clinical Pathology Laboratory Supervisor

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Posted Job Title

Clinical Pathology Laboratory Supervisor

Job Profile Title

Supervisor D

Job Description Summary

Penn Vet's Ryan Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced, highly motivated Clinical Pathology Laboratory Supervisor to oversee the daily operations of its Clinical Pathology Laboratory. This position combines hands-on diagnostic laboratory expertise with staff supervision, quality assurance, operational management, and support for clinical research and veterinary education.

The Clinical Pathology Laboratory provides comprehensive diagnostic services in hematology, clinical chemistry, cytopathology, endocrinology, immunology, coagulation, urinalysis, and blood banking for a diverse range of animal patients.

The ideal candidate will be an independent-thinking, detail-oriented laboratory professional with extensive veterinary diagnostic experience, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to delivering accurate, timely diagnostic results. This individual will play a key role in maintaining laboratory quality standards, supporting clinical operations, and fostering a collaborative learning environment for veterinary technicians, students, clinicians, and researchers.

Job Description

Laboratory Operations and Staff Supervision

• •Oversee daily laboratory operations, including staff scheduling, workflow coordination, and administrative functions.
• •Supervise laboratory personnel, conduct performance evaluations, and support staff development.
• •Manage departmental invoices, purchasing card transactions, monthly financial reports, and communication with external clients and service providers.
• •Coordinate outside cytology submissions and support efficient laboratory accessioning processes.

Quality Assurance, Quality Control, and Equipment Maintenance

• •Oversee the laboratory's quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) programs to ensure accuracy, consistency, and reliability of diagnostic testing.
• •Review daily, weekly, and monthly analyzer quality control results, investigate discrepancies, and maintain laboratory error logs.
• •Perform and oversee scheduled instrument maintenance, troubleshooting, and corrective actions.
• •Promote adherence to established laboratory procedures, safety practices, and quality standards.

Staff Training and Veterinary Education

• •Train and mentor new laboratory technicians and veterinary students in clinical laboratory procedures and best practices.
• •Provide technical guidance on laboratory instrumentation, troubleshooting, specimen handling, quality control testing, and result interpretation.
• •Assess staff competency and support ongoing professional development.

Clinical Consultation, Research Support, and Laboratory Administration

• •Serve as a technical resource for complex or challenging diagnostic cases.
• •Provide laboratory support for veterinary research projects, including coordination of testing and related services.
• •Develop, review, and update laboratory procedures and protocols.
• •Coordinate research billing, account setup, and laboratory supply ordering.

Laboratory Information Systems and Technology

• •Support the administration and operation of laboratory information systems and electronic medical records, including Orchard, Harvest, and Vetspire.
• •Collaborate with information technology teams and system administrators on analyzer installations, system integration, and troubleshooting.
• •Perform ad hoc data searches and support accurate laboratory information management.

Diagnostic Laboratory Testing

• •Perform and evaluate diagnostic testing across multiple laboratory disciplines, including hematology, clinical chemistry, immunology, coagulation, urinalysis, and blood banking.
• •Apply advanced technical knowledge to specimen analysis, quality assessment, and troubleshooting.
• •Maintain accurate documentation and ensure proper specimen handling and processing.

Instrumentation Verification and Implementation

• •Coordinate the verification, evaluation, and implementation of newly acquired laboratory instruments.
• •Assist with equipment integration, testing procedures, and staff training to support successful implementation.

Additional Responsibilities

Perform other duties as assigned in support of laboratory operations and the mission of Penn Vet.

Required Qualifications

• •Associate's degree in Medical Technology, Life Sciences, or a related field.
• •3-5 years of veterinary diagnostic laboratory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• •Extensive technical knowledge of clinical pathology laboratory procedures, instrumentation, quality control, and diagnostic testing.
• •Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and testing issues.
• •Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• •Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• •Ability to effectively train, guide, and collaborate with laboratory personnel, veterinary students, clinicians, and research teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• •Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Science, Life Sciences, or a related discipline.
• •Previous supervisory or team leadership experience in a veterinary diagnostic or clinical laboratory setting.
• •Experience with laboratory information systems and electronic medical records, particularly Orchard, Harvest, or Vetspire.
• •Experience supporting veterinary research, laboratory quality assurance programs, and instrument validation or implementation.
• •Familiarity with laboratory scheduling, purchasing, inventory management, and administrative operations.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

This position operates within a veterinary clinical diagnostic laboratory and requires adherence to established laboratory safety protocols. The role involves potential exposure to laboratory chemicals, biological specimens, and other materials requiring appropriate protective equipment and safety training.

Responsibilities involve a combination of sitting, standing, walking, and occasional stooping, along with lifting items weighing up to 25 pounds. Alternative work schedules may be required based on laboratory operational needs.

The successful candidate must be comfortable working in a veterinary hospital environment and supporting diagnostic services involving a variety of animal species.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

School of Veterinary Medicine

Pay Range

$65,628.00 - $86,