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Assistant Supervisor – Microbiology

Sonic Healthcare USA

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Posted: 07-May-26

Location: Austin, Texas

Internal Number: REQ-036217

Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities And Position Qualifications

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At Clinical Pathology Laboratories, a division of Sonic Healthcare USA, we cultivate a supportive, science-driven environment that encourages innovation and collaboration. Our mission is to advance the health and well-being of our communities through excellence in clinical laboratory solutions. Quality is in our DNA. Is it in yours?

This full-time opportunity is in the Microbiology Department of Clinical Pathology Laboratories (CPL) in Austin, Texas. We are seeking an Microbiology Assistant Supervisor to work primarily on first shift (7:30 AM – 3:30 PM) Monday-Friday with rotating weekends. This is a bench-working position with responsibilities divided between high-complexity testing and administrative support of daily laboratory operations.

In This Role, You Will

• Perform high-complexity Microbiology testing, including enzyme Immunoassays (EIA), organism identification, antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST), result review, and critical result communication
• Support daily bacteriology operations, including workflow coordination, troubleshooting, inventory management, quality monitoring, and adherence to established procedures
• Assist the Supervisor with training, coaching, competency assessment, audits, inspections, validations, and implementation of process or instrumentation changes
• Help identify testing, workflow, staffing, quality, and safety concerns, escalating issues to the Supervisor with relevant details and proposed solutions
• Maintain compliance with laboratory safety protocols, quality control standards, regulatory requirements, and accreditation guidelines
• Promote team morale, professionalism, and collaboration across teams, departments, and shifts

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a biological, medical, or laboratory science
• At least 3 years of experience in a high-complexity clinical microbiology laboratory
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated analytical and problem-solving ability
• Ability to support daily workflow coordination while maintaining competency in bench testing
• Ability to recognize testing, workflow, quality, and staffing concerns and communicate them effectively to leadership
• Commitment to learning new techniques and technologies and supporting continuous professional development

Bonus Points If You Have

• Certification by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) in Microbiology or Medical Laboratory Science, or equivalent certification
• Experience in a supervisory or leadership role within a high-complexity, high-throughput laboratory

What We Offer

• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• A 401(k) plan with company match to support your retirement goals
• Work-life balance, including Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Free lab services for you and your dependents
• Opportunities to grow your career and expand your skills

Additional Details

This role involves routine access to Protected Health Information (PHI). Employees are required to maintain strict confidentiality and comply with all privacy and security standards. Access to PHI is permitted only when necessary to fulfill job responsibilities.

Who We Are

Sonic Healthcare USA is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We celebrate diversity and prohibit discrimination or harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, compensation, training, and benefits.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Category:

Laboratory Operations

Company

Clinical Pathology Laboratories, Inc.

Sonic Healthcare USA is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive workplace for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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About Sonic Healthcare USA

Sonic Healthcare USA is a division of Sonic Healthcare Limited, one of the largest diagnostic laboratory medicine companies in the world. We aspire to help people live better, healthier lives. We focus on delivering the highest quality laboratory information through our unique Medical Leadership model and federated structure, through regional diagnostic laboratories operating across the United States. Since its establishment in 2007, Sonic Healthcare USA has grown to become the third largest laboratory medicine company in the United States, with operations across the country. From our boardroom to our individual practices, we are guided by the leadership of our medical specialists, senior scientists experienced managers, all of whom understand the unique demands and privileges of working to improve the health of our patients.

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