OverviewResponsible for supervising staff members within laboratory section(s) or area(s) of responsibility and performs technical and administrative duties. Oversees the daily performance of the diagnostic processes of the laboratory, ensuring quality work and adequate staffing within area of responsibility. Performs laboratory testing as needed to maintain and strengthen knowledge base of discipline. Assists in planning and review of technical studies. Acts as a consultant regarding technical questions and problems. Oversees laboratory quality assurance and quality control, procedure updates, proficiency testing, employee training and education, competency, evaluation and implementation of new procedures, equipment, and computer functionality, and ensures complia