Specimen Laboratory Supervisor - Phlebotomy and specimen processing

Employment Type: Full – Time

Job Category: Lab/Medical Technology

Shift: Evening

Weekend Requirements: Yes

Facility: Northside Hospital Atlanta

Location: Atlanta, GA

Req ID: 2026-120410

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Job Details

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Position Description

Under the direction of the Laboratory Manager, coordinates all aspects of specimen collections or specimen processing to meet the laboratory support needs for neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Recommends and implements changes as needed.

Position Requirements

REQUIRED:

1\. All applicants must meet one (1) if the following: a. Must hold a B.S. degree in medical technology or chemical, physical, or biological science, plus one (1) year experience in a clinical laboratory, OR b. Must hold a B.S. or B.A. degree in Education, Business Administration, or other health related specialty, plus three (3) years experience in a health care delivery system or laboratory service, OR c. Must hold a two (2) year Associate Degree in a health related specialty or Business Administration, plus five (5) years experience in health care or laboratory service, OR d. Must have ten (10) years experience as a phlebotomist and laboratory data clerk in a health care delivery system or laboratory service. 2\. Knowledge of regulatory agencies standards, including but not limited to: CAP, AABB, GA DHR, Joint Commission and CLIA 3\. Ability to assist or direct the development, organization and implementation of projects, programs, and policies necessary for the operation and enhancement of the specimen procurement section. 4\. Ability to work independently and supervise assigned personnel. 5\. Ability to communicate effectively, and must possess good written and oral communication skills. 6\. Color vision acuity is required to safely perform the duties of this position. 7\. All applicants must submit to and pass a Color-Acuity screening Test.

PREFERRED:

1\. Demonstrated knowledge of computers and computer systems, particularly SunQuest and Microsoft applications. 2\. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in specimen procurement and regulations as they relate to clinical laboratory specimens. 3\. Demonstrated public relations skills and service excellence training. 4\. Previous supervisory experience.

Service Area Overview

“Northside fosters a culture of mentorship and career growth for women. From the first day I started here twelve years ago, I have been exposed to an extremely inclusive and supportive environment where leadership is committed to opportunities for women at all levels in the organization.”

Fiona Nemetz, System Director of EVS, Emergency Management, Parking, Safety \& Security

“Northside provides a diverse, challenging and meaningful environment for all the employees.”

Shahnaz Lakhani, Director of Employee Health and HR Operations

“I have been with GCS/NSH for 30 years. And one of my favorite things is the diverse group of people I get to work with and learn from. I have had so many opportunities to learn and grow at GCS/NSH and to build a career.”

Tracie Jackson, Training \& Development Specialist, Georgia Cancer Care

“Northside Hospital is a great place to build a career. Leadership has always been supportive of balancing staffs’ desire to raise a family and build a career at the same time.”

Lynne Edwards, Director of Customer Relations

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