Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) Supervisor – Central Processing | 13-Week Contract in Philadelphia, PA

Advance your clinical laboratory career as a Medical Laboratory Scientist Supervisor leading Central Processing operations in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This on-site laboratory leadership opportunity is ideal for an experienced MLS professional passionate about laboratory quality, regulatory compliance, staff development, and operational excellence. You will oversee daily technical and administrative functions while helping ensure accurate, timely, and patient-centered laboratory services.

Located in Philadelphia’s vibrant University City, this role offers the opportunity to work in a nationally recognized academic and medical hub surrounded by leading educational institutions, cultural attractions, diverse dining, and convenient public transportation. Join a high-performing clinical laboratory team and contribute to exceptional healthcare services in Philadelphia.

Medical Laboratory Scientist Supervisor Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,830-$3,040
• Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104
• Healthcare Setting: On-site clinical laboratory; Central Processing
• Schedule: 40 hours per week
• Start Date: October 26, 2026
• Contract Duration: 13-week contract
• Openings: 1

MLS Supervisor Job Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), with demonstrated leadership or clinical laboratory supervisory experience preferred
• Appropriate education, training, and credentials to perform applicable moderate- and high-complexity laboratory testing
• Strong knowledge of pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical laboratory processes
• Working knowledge of applicable laboratory regulations, accreditation standards, quality systems, and safety practices
• Ability to troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation, evaluate quality control trends, and resolve test system issues
• Excellent communication, organization, coaching, and team leadership skills
• Ability to work on-site and assume Medical Laboratory Scientist bench responsibilities when needed

Clinical Laboratory Supervisor Responsibilities

• Supervise the daily technical and administrative operations of the Central Processing laboratory section
• Monitor workflow, workload, staffing levels, and schedules while adapting operational plans to meet service needs
• Oversee pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical processes to support accurate and timely laboratory results
• Maintain technical proficiency across section procedures and serve as a resource for laboratory staff, clinicians, researchers, residents, and students
• Develop, monitor, and improve quality control and quality improvement programs
• Troubleshoot laboratory instruments and test systems, assess operator performance, and evaluate patient and quality control data trends
• Ensure proficiency testing, equipment maintenance, procedure documentation, and laboratory records meet regulatory and accreditation requirements
• Support inspection readiness, deficiency correction, policy review, licensing activities, and ongoing laboratory regulatory compliance
• Promote a safe working environment through safety policy development, surveillance, training, and corrective action
• Assist with budgeting, expense monitoring, inventory management, reagent utilization, cost-per-test analysis, and accurate patient charge processing
• Recruit, onboard, coach, mentor, and evaluate laboratory staff while ensuring completion of required competencies and training
• Conduct staff meetings, coordinate continuing education, and foster a culture of trust, inclusion, accountability, and high performance
• Collaborate with laboratory leadership and other departments on research support, process improvement, and operational initiatives
• Prepare accurate reports and deliverables, communicate expectations clearly, and address performance or workflow issues promptly

Apply now for this Medical Laboratory Scientist Supervisor contract opportunity and join a leading clinical laboratory team in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.