Immunohematology Reference Laboratory Supervisor (IRL Lab Supervisor)

Immunohematology Reference Laboratory Supervisor (IRL Lab Supervisor)

Location : Las Vegas, NV

Schedule : Primarily Monday Friday, 9 : 00 AM 5 : 30 PM, with some weekend and holiday coverage required

Employment Type : Full-time, permanent, onsite

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Immunohematology Reference Laboratory Supervisor to lead a Reference Lab team in Las Vegas. This leadership role combines supervisory responsibilities with hands-on technical bench work in an immunohematology reference laboratory. The ideal candidate will have a strong transfusion services background, prior reference lab experience, and at least two years of supervisory experience.

As a working supervisor, you will split your time between managing and mentoring a team of approximately 8 laboratory professionals and performing complex immunohematology testing and platelet manufacturing duties. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who thrives in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment and wants to make a significant impact in blood safety and transfusion medicine.

Key Responsibilities

Supervisory Duties (approx. 3 days / week) :

Lead and manage daily operations of the Immunohematology Reference Laboratory, ensuring adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements

Supervise, train, and mentor a team of 8 technical staff members, promoting professional development and maintaining high morale

Coordinate staffing schedules, workload distribution, and performance evaluations

Oversee quality control, proficiency testing, and instrument maintenance to ensure accurate and reliable test results

Collaborate with laboratory leadership and clinical teams to improve workflows and resolve operational challenges

Manage compliance with health and safety regulations and lab policies

Participate in budgeting, purchasing, and inventory control for the reference lab

Technical Bench Work (approx. 2 days / week) :

Perform complex immunohematology testing including antibody identification, crossmatching, and serologic investigations

Execute platelet manufacturing processes with an emphasis on quality and regulatory compliance

Troubleshoot and validate new testing methods and instrumentation

Maintain detailed documentation of testing procedures and results

Provide expert consultation to clinicians and transfusion services regarding test interpretation and problem resolution