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60901 Navicent Health Medical Center: Peach
Status:
Full time
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Hours Per Week:
40
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
Monday - Friday - No holidays
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Rare weekends (as needed) as part of supervisor departmental operational oversight.
Pay Range
$41.10 - $61.65
"This position is Sign-on Bonus eligible." Based on eligibility requirements
Job Summary:
Responsible for laboratory operations in the technical area(s) of the Hospitals and Clinics within the Advocate Health enterprise, which may include department, discipline and/or shift oversight. Supervises the implementation of enterprise laboratory strategies and standards through close collaboration with site leaders. Ensures peak laboratory operations by driving optimization of resources, financial performance, growth, safety, teammate engagement, and quality in achieving Advocate Health goals and objectives including planning, monitoring, and implementing laboratory operations in a cost effective, quality and service-oriented manner.
Major Responsibilities:
- Assumes responsibility for the day-to-day operations of the department including providing work direction, expertise, and guidance to the staff. Oversees the clinical laboratory testing, evaluation of results, and the proficiency of testing.
- Actively participates in projects to meet strategic initiatives including implementation and development of quantitative outcomes.
- Monitors budget compliance. Analyzes laboratory fiscal needs, and departmental performance and takes action to address variances.
- Collaborates and implements performance improvement processes to optimize teammate engagement, and physician and patient satisfaction.
- Ensures quality, regulatory, accreditation, compliance and competency standards are met. Ensures compliance with current policies, procedures, and standardization and/or consolidation decisions.
- Coordinates orientation, training, and competency testing of staff and/or students. Maintains competency, as needed, in test systems and processes in defined discipline for area of responsibility. Serves as a technical resource for staff.
- Complies with the quality plan by implementing and monitoring quality indicators. Reviews laboratory results for quality, accuracy and validity. Documents and implements corrective action as appropriate.
- Selects, coaches, and develops team. Sets clear expectations to inspire and motivate the team. Manages performance by recognizing achievement, providing feedback, and administering progressive discipline when necessary. Recommends hiring, compensation changes, promotions, corrective action decisions, and terminations.
- Responsible for understanding and adhering to the organization's Code of Ethical Conduct and for ensuring that people actions, and the actions of employees supervised, comply with the policies, regulations, and laws applicable to the organization's business.
Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:
- Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) certification issued by the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP BOC), or
- Medical Technologist (MT) certification issued by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or equivalent accrediting agency.
Education Required:
- Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences or Medical Technology or equivalent
Experience Required:
- Typically requires 3 years of experience in technical laboratory services and operations.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
- Demonstrated leadership skills including project management, decision making, delegation, team building, customer service, and conflict resolution.
- Ability to grow leaders through coaching, guidance, and development planning.
- Advanced knowledge of regulatory compliance, accrediting and licensing agency requirements.
- Current knowledge of medical and technical advancements to plan for future growth and development.
- Intermediate computer skills including knowledge and experience with laboratory information systems.
- Excellent organization and communication skills.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
- Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.
- Frequently lifts up to 10 lbs. Occasionally lifts up to 50 lbs.
- Must be able to sit, stand, walk, twist and bend the majority of the workday.
- May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, and/or infectious agents.
- Will be exposed to human blood and body fluids.
- Must wear appropriate safety protection, i.e. laboratory coats, gloves, gowns and/or eye protection.
- Must be able to handle stressful situations in a calm and professional manner.
- May be required to travel, therefore may be exposed to inclement weather and adverse road conditions.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation
- Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.
About Advocate Health
Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.
Department:
60901 Navicent Health Medical Center: Peach
Status:
Full time
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Hours Per Week:
40
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
Monday - Friday - No holidays
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Rare weekends (as needed) as part of supervisor departmental operational oversight.
Pay Range
$41.10 - $61.65
"This position is Sign-on Bonus eligible." Based on eligibility requirements
Job Summary:
Responsible for laboratory operations in the technical area(s) of the Hospitals and Clinics within the Advocate Health enterprise, which may include department, discipline and/or shift oversight. Supervises the implementation of enterprise laboratory strategies and standards through close collaboration with site leaders. Ensures peak laboratory operations by driving optimization of resources, financial performance, growth, safety, teammate engagement, and quality in achieving Advocate Health goals and objectives including planning, monitoring, and implementing laboratory operations in a cost effective, quality and service-oriented manner.
Major Responsibilities:
- Assumes responsibility for the day-to-day operations of the department including providing work direction, expertise, and guidance to the staff. Oversees the clinical laboratory testing, evaluation of results, and the proficiency of testing.
- Actively participates in projects to meet strategic initiatives including implementation and development of quantitative outcomes.
- Monitors budget compliance. Analyzes laboratory fiscal needs, and departmental performance and takes action to address variances.
- Collaborates and implements performance improvement processes to optimize teammate engagement, and physician and patient satisfaction.
- Ensures quality, regulatory, accreditation, compliance and competency standards are met. Ensures compliance with current policies, procedures, and standardization and/or consolidation decisions.
- Coordinates orientation, training, and competency testing of staff and/or students. Maintains competency, as needed, in test systems and processes in defined discipline for area of responsibility. Serves as a technical resource for staff.
- Complies with the quality plan by implementing and monitoring quality indicators. Reviews laboratory results for quality, accuracy and validity. Documents and implements corrective action as appropriate.
- Selects, coaches, and develops team. Sets clear expectations to inspire and motivate the team. Manages performance by recognizing achievement, providing feedback, and administering progressive discipline when necessary. Recommends hiring, compensation changes, promotions, corrective action decisions, and terminations.
- Responsible for understanding and adhering to the organization's Code of Ethical Conduct and for ensuring that people actions, and the actions of employees supervised, comply with the policies, regulations, and laws applicable to the organization's business.
Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:
- Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) certification issued by the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP BOC), or
- Medical Technologist (MT) certification issued by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or equivalent accrediting agency.
Education Required:
- Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences or Medical Technology or equivalent
Experience Required:
- Typically requires 3 years of experience in technical laboratory services and operations.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
- Demonstrated leadership skills including project management, decision making, delegation, team building, customer service, and conflict resolution.
- Ability to grow leaders through coaching, guidance, and development planning.
- Advanced knowledge of regulatory compliance, accrediting and licensing agency requirements.
- Current knowledge of medical and technical advancements to plan for future growth and development.
- Intermediate computer skills including knowledge and experience with laboratory information systems.
- Excellent organization and communication skills.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
- Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.
- Frequently lifts up to 10 lbs. Occasionally lifts up to 50 lbs.
- Must be able to sit, stand, walk, twist and bend the majority of the workday.
- May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, and/or infectious agents.
- Will be exposed to human blood and body fluids.
- Must wear appropriate safety protection, i.e. laboratory coats, gloves, gowns and/or eye protection.
- Must be able to handle stressful situations in a calm and professional manner.
- May be required to travel, therefore may be exposed to inclement weather and adverse road conditions.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation
- Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.
About Advocate Health
Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Laboratory Supervisor
Verify your degree field matches the role
USCIS requires your bachelor's degree to directly relate to laboratory supervision, not just science broadly. A chemistry or biology degree supporting a clinical lab role is clean. A business degree with lab experience creates RFE risk, so confirm alignment before applying.
Target cap-exempt employers first
Universities, nonprofit research institutes, and government-affiliated labs can file H-1B petitions any time without lottery exposure. For Laboratory Supervisors, institutions like academic medical centers and federally funded research facilities are worth prioritizing over commercial employers mid-cycle.
Check LCA filings by occupation code on Migrate Mate
Search Laboratory Supervisor roles filtered by DOL Labor Condition Application history on Migrate Mate. This surfaces employers who have actively sponsored this specific occupation, so you're applying where H-1B infrastructure already exists rather than educating HR from scratch.
Pull prevailing wage data before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage meeting DOL's prevailing wage for your work location and job zone. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up Level II or III wages for laboratory supervisors in your metro before your offer conversation.
Credential foreign degrees through a recognized evaluator
If your degree is from outside the U.S., USCIS requires a credentials evaluation demonstrating U.S. equivalency. For lab-intensive fields, evaluators must assess both degree level and field-specific coursework, not just years completed. Get this done before submitting your petition, not after.
Confirm the employer files I-129 before the lottery closes
H-1B registration opens in March for an October 1 start date. Laboratory Supervisor roles in commercial settings require selection before the petition can be filed. Ask your prospective employer directly whether they have an immigration counsel relationship and a timeline for March registration.
H-1B Visa Laboratory Supervisor: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Laboratory Supervisor role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific scientific discipline such as chemistry, biology, medical laboratory science, or a related field. USCIS evaluates the job duties, not just the title. If the role primarily involves managing technicians without requiring degree-level scientific expertise, the petition is more vulnerable to an RFE on specialty occupation grounds.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Laboratory Supervisor positions?
Pharmaceutical and biotech companies, clinical reference laboratories, hospital systems, university research departments, and government-affiliated research institutes all file LCAs for laboratory supervision roles. Cap-exempt employers, academic institutions and qualifying nonprofits, can file year-round and are often more straightforward to navigate for first-time H-1B applicants. Browse verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate filtered by this occupation.
How does the H-1B lottery affect Laboratory Supervisor job timelines?
For cap-subject employers, USCIS runs the H-1B lottery in March each year for an October 1 start date. If you're not selected, you can't begin that role until the next lottery cycle unless the employer is cap-exempt. This means accepting an offer in January or February with no guarantee of selection, so understanding cap-exempt employer options is practically important for planning.
What documents support an H-1B petition for a Laboratory Supervisor?
The core documents are your degree transcripts and diploma, any foreign credential evaluation, a detailed job description specifying the scientific degree requirement, the certified LCA from DOL, and evidence of your employer's ability to pay the prevailing wage. USCIS may also request licensure documentation if the role involves clinical laboratory work regulated at the state level, such as positions under CLIA oversight.
Can I change employers while on H-1B as a Laboratory Supervisor?
Yes. Under AC21 portability, you can transfer your H-1B to a new employer in a same or similar occupational classification once your petition has been pending for at least 180 days or is already approved. Your new employer files an H-1B transfer petition and you can start working as soon as it's received by USCIS, without waiting for approval, provided the role remains in a qualifying laboratory supervision capacity.