Chemical Testing Laboratory Supervisor 2025-02514
Laboratory scientist job at Wyoming
Description and Functions Open Until Filled GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Wyoming Department of Health, Public Health Laboratory (WPHL) seeks an experienced Chemical Testing Laboratory Supervisor to lead a team of toxicologists and forensic evidence technicians. This position ensures the accurate, timely, and compliant analysis of biological samples for forensic and public health purposes. Reporting to the Program Manager, the Supervisor oversees daily lab operations, enforces quality assurance standards, and guides scientific staff in method development, data review, and regulatory compliance. The Supervisor plays a critical role in supporting criminal investigations, public health programs, and court proceedings through reliable toxicology testing and expert testimony. Selected candidates must be able to pass a standard background check.
Human Resource Contact:******************
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.
* Manage daily laboratory operations, case prioritization, and workflow to ensure timely results.
* Supervise and train laboratory staff, conduct performance evaluations, and apply disciplinary measures as needed.
* Lead development and preliminary validation of new toxicology testing methods.
* Review data for accuracy and compliance; implement quality control measures.
* Oversee routine testing, instrument calibration, maintenance, and inventory management.
* Prepare technical reports, protocols, and documentation for audits and regulatory compliance.
* Participate in continuing education and professional development to maintain program visibility and technical expertise.
Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
* Master's degree in a scientific discipline.
* Prior supervisory experience in forensic or clinical laboratories.
* Experience with quality systems, method validation, and regulatory compliance.
KNOWLEDGE:
* Strong knowledge of forensic toxicology, pharmacology, and analytical chemistry.
* Experience with advanced laboratory instrumentation and interpretation of complex results.
* Knowledge of regulatory requirements, OSHA standards, chain of custody, and scientific ethics.
* Ability to supervise and mentor staff, apply HR processes, and enforce disciplinary procedures.
* Effective written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of technical reports and courtroom testimony.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor's Degree (typically in Science)
Experience:
1-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in a medical or environmental laboratory) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Senior Laboratory Scientist
OR
Education & ExperienceSubstitution:
4-7 years of progressive work experience (typically in a medical or environmental laboratory) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Senior Laboratory Scientist
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
* The employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, driving an automobile, etc.
NOTES:
* FLSA: Exempt
* The Wyoming Department of Health is anE-Verifyemployer.
Supplemental Information
Clickhere to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL:****************************************************
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Microbiology Tech
Cheyenne, WY jobs
Job Description
A Day in the Life of a Microbiology Tech:
Performs laboratory testing in microbiology department, including waived, moderate and high complexity, complying with applicable regulations of organizations governing laboratories and according to established procedures to aid the physician in the diagnosis and monitoring of patients. Collaborates with all members of the health care team to provide quality patient care and exceptional customer service.
Why Work at Cheyenne Regional?
ANCC Magnet Hospital
403(b) with 4% employer match
21 PTO days per year (increases with tenure)
Education Assistance Program
Employer Sponsored Wellness Program
Employee Assistance program
Here is What You Will Be Doing:
Organizes and performs plate reading, molecular testing and other microbiology testing in the microbiology area that is assigned and in which employee is determined competent.
Ensures Microbiology testing procedures and reporting are compliant with applicable laboratory governing bodies.
Uses professional judgment to evaluate test results, troubleshoot complex microbiology problems and provide clinical interpretations to other healthcare staff.
Assures quality Microbiology results through the use and evaluation of control materials, proper instrument maintenance, proper daily documentation and collection and analysis of appropriate samples.
Performs routine function checks and maintenance on microbiology analyzers, troubleshoots and repairs instrumentation.
Assists in the training of personnel in clinical microbiology procedures, equipment operation, quality control procedures, record keeping, and communication of normal and abnormal patient data in timely manner.
Assists in developing new Microbiology procedures, methods, and education materials as needed.
Utilizes Laboratory Information System (LIS) and network appropriately and efficiently.
Desired Skills:
Knowledge of current local, state, federal, and regulatory laboratory requirements
Verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Customer service skills
Ability to work independently with sound judgment and attention to detail
Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure
Critical thinking skills
Ability to operate/troubleshoot microbiology and laboratory equipment
Here is What You Will Need:
Bachelor's degree or higher in Microbiology experience/education requirements determined by the ASCP.
18 Months: Technologist in Microbiology (M(ASCP)) certification through ASCP within 18 months of start date
Nice to Have:
Prior clinical laboratory experience
M(ASCP) certification
About Cheyenne Regional
Cheyenne Regional Medical Center was founded in 1867 as a tent hospital by the Union Pacific Railroad to treat workers injured while building the transcontinental railroad. Today, we are the largest hospital in the state of Wyoming, employing over 2,000 people, and treating over 350,000+ patients from southeastern Wyoming, western Nebraska, and northern Colorado. We pride ourselves on patient and employee experience by living our core values of Integrity, Caring, Compassion, Respect, Service, Teamwork and Excellence to I.N.S.P.I.R.E. great health.
Our team makes a difference every day by providing trusted healthcare expertise through a passionate and I.N.S.P.I.R.E.(ing) approach with a personal touch. By living our values, we aim to achieve our goal of becoming a 5-star rated hospital, providing critical support and resources to our community and the greater region we serve. If you are eager to make a difference and passionate about healthcare, we encourage you to apply today!
Medical Lab Scientist- PRN
Cheyenne, WY jobs
Job Description
A Day in the Life of a Medical Lab Scientist:
Performs laboratory testing, including waived, moderate and high complexity, complying with applicable regulations of organizations governing laboratories and according to established procedures to aid the physician in the diagnosis and monitoring of patients. Utilizes professional judgment and critical thinking skills to develop new procedures or methods, educate others and improve systems. Collaborates with all members of the health care team to provide quality patient care and exceptional customer service.
What You Will Do:
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Organizes and performs laboratory testing in lab areas that are assigned and in which employee is determined competent. Ensures that testing is in compliance with applicable laboratory governing bodies.
•
Uses critical thinking skills and professional judgment to evaluate test results, troubleshoot complex lab problems and provide clinical interpretations and expertise to other healthcare staff.
•
Assures quality results through the use and evaluation of control materials, proper instrument maintenance, proper daily documentation and collection and analysis of appropriate samples.
•
Performs routine function checks and maintenance on laboratory analyzers, troubleshoots and repairs instrumentation.
•
Assists in the training of personnel in clinical procedures, the use and operation of instrumentation, quality control procedures, record keeping, troubleshooting of instrumentation, and communication of normal and abnormal patient data in timely manner.
•
Utilizes Laboratory Information System (LIS) and network appropriately and efficiently.
•
Completes a minimum of ten continuing education contact hours per year or 20 contact hours per two years.
Desired Skills:
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Maintains knowledge and skills applicable to the job through continuing education to comply with current state regulations
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Ability to interact effectively with a personable demeanor and a strong commitment to customer service
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Ability to positively interact with persons of different ethnic, spiritual, moral and cultural beliefs
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Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
•
Ability to work independently with sound judgment and attention to detail
•
Shows willingness to read, understand, and follow all policies and procedures, as defined for the organization and department
•
Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure
What You Will Need:
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Bachelor's degree or higher
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Certification (must meet one of the following at start or within six (6) months of start date):
• Current Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
• Current Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) certification from the American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• Current Medical Technologist (MT) certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
• Current Medical Technologist (MT) certification from the American Medical Technologists (AMT)
Nice to Have:
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Prior clinical laboratory experience
About CRMC:
Cheyenne Regional Medical Center was founded in 1867 as a tent hospital by the Union Pacific Railroad to treat workers injured while building the transcontinental railroad. Today, we are the largest hospital in the state of Wyoming, employing over 2,000 people, and treating over 350,000+ patients from southeastern Wyoming, western Nebraska, and northern Colorado. We pride ourselves on patient and employee experience by living our core values of Integrity, Caring, Compassion, Respect, Service, Teamwork and Excellence to I.N.S.P.I.R.E. great health.
Our team makes a difference every day by providing trusted healthcare expertise through a passionate and I.N.S.P.I.R.E.(ing) approach with a personal touch. By living our values, we aim to achieve our goal of becoming a 5-star rated hospital, providing critical support and resources to our community and the greater region we serve. If you are eager to make a difference and passionate about healthcare, we encourage you to apply today!
PRN - Medical Lab Scientist (0730-1600)
Cheyenne, WY jobs
Job Description
A Day in the Life of a Medical Lab Scientist:
Performs laboratory testing, including waived, moderate and high complexity, complying with applicable regulations of organizations governing laboratories and according to established procedures to aid the physician in the diagnosis and monitoring of patients. Utilizes professional judgment and critical thinking skills to develop new procedures or methods, educate others and improve systems. Collaborates with all members of the health care team to provide quality patient care and exceptional customer service. This position specifically would work at our Cancer Center location, working closely with physicians and patients.
Why Work at Cheyenne Regional?
ANCC Magnet Hospital
403(b) with 4% employer match
21 PTO days per year (increases with tenure)
Education Assistance ProgramEmployer
Sponsored Wellness Program
Employee Assistance program
What You Will Be doing:
Organizes and performs laboratory testing in lab areas that are assigned and in which employee is determined competent. Ensures that testing is in compliance with applicable laboratory governing bodies.
Uses critical thinking skills and professional judgment to evaluate test results, troubleshoot complex lab problems and provide clinical interpretations and expertise to other healthcare staff.
Assures quality results through the use and evaluation of control materials, proper instrument maintenance, proper daily documentation and collection and analysis of appropriate samples.
Performs routine function checks and maintenance on laboratory analyzers, troubleshoots and repairs instrumentation.
Assists in the training of personnel in clinical procedures, the use and operation of instrumentation, quality control procedures, record keeping, troubleshooting of instrumentation, and communication of normal and abnormal patient data in timely manner.
Utilizes Laboratory Information System (LIS) and network appropriately and efficiently.
Completes a minimum of ten continuing education contact hours per year or 20 contact hours per two years.
Desired Skills:
Maintains knowledge and skills applicable to the job through continuing education to comply with current state regulations.
Is personable and customer service oriented.
Demonstrates ability to positively interact with persons of different ethnic, spiritual, moral and cultural beliefs.
Demonstrates excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
Demonstrates an independent work initiative, sound judgment and attention to detail.
Shows willingness to read, understand, and follow all policies and procedures, as defined for the organization and department.
Demonstrates ability to multi-task and work well under pressure
Phlebotomy
What You Will Need:
Bachelor's in Medical Technology or relevant experience/education requirements determined by the ASCP or AMT.
MT or MLS certification through ASCP or AMT
OR, new graduate of an MLS program (6 months or less prior to hire), must be board eligible and obtain MLS certification through ASCP or AMT within 6 months of start date
Nice to Have:
Prior clinical laboratory experience
About CRMC:
Cheyenne Regional Medical Center was founded in 1867 as a tent hospital by the Union Pacific Railroad to treat workers injured while building the transcontinental railroad. Today, we are the largest hospital in the state of Wyoming, employing over 2,000 people, and treating over 350,000+ patients from southeastern Wyoming, western Nebraska, and northern Colorado. We pride ourselves on patient and employee experience by living our core values of Integrity, Caring, Compassion, Respect, Service, Teamwork and Excellence to I.N.S.P.I.R.E. great health.
Our team makes a difference every day by providing trusted healthcare expertise through a passionate and I.N.S.P.I.R.E.(ing) approach with a personal touch. By living our values, we aim to achieve our goal of becoming a 5-star rated hospital, providing critical support and resources to our community and the greater region we serve. If you are eager to make a difference and passionate about healthcare, we encourage you to apply today!
Medical Lab Scientist - Evening shift (1400-0030)
Cheyenne, WY jobs
Job DescriptionA Day in the Life of a Medical Lab Scientist Performs laboratory testing, including waived, moderate and high complexity, complying with applicable regulations of organizations governing laboratories and according to established procedures to aid the physician in the diagnosis and monitoring of patients. Utilizes professional judgment and critical thinking skills to develop new procedures or methods, educate others and improve systems. Collaborates with all members of the health care team to provide quality patient care and exceptional customer service.
Why Work at Cheyenne Regional?
403(b) with 4% employer match
ANCC Magnet Hospital
21 PTO days per year (increases with tenure)
Education Assistance Program
Employee Sponsored Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program
Loan Forgiveness Eligible
Here is What You Will Be Doing:
Organizes and performs laboratory testing in lab areas that are assigned and in which employee is determined competent. Ensures that testing is in compliance with applicable laboratory governing bodies.
Uses critical thinking skills and professional judgment to evaluate test results, troubleshoot complex lab problems and provide clinical interpretations and expertise to other healthcare staff.
Assures quality results through the use and evaluation of control materials, proper instrument maintenance, proper daily documentation and collection and analysis of appropriate samples.
Performs routine function checks and maintenance on laboratory analyzers, troubleshoots and repairs instrumentation.
Assists in the training of personnel in clinical procedures, the use and operation of instrumentation, quality control procedures, record keeping, troubleshooting of instrumentation, and communication of normal and abnormal patient data in timely manner.
Utilizes Laboratory Information System (LIS) and network appropriately and efficiently.
Desired Skills:
Maintains knowledge and skills applicable to the job through continuing education to comply with current state regulations
Ability to interact effectively with a personable demeanor and a strong commitment to customer service
Ability to positively interact with persons of different ethnic, spiritual, moral and cultural beliefs
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to work independently with sound judgment and attention to detail
Shows willingness to read, understand, and follow all policies and procedures, as defined for the organization and department
Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure
Here is What You Need:
Bachelor's degree or higher
Certification (must meet one of the following at start or within six (6) months of start date):
Current Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Current Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) certification from the American Medical Technologists (AMT)
Current Medical Technologist (MT) certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Current Medical Technologist (MT) certification from the American Medical Technologists (AMT)
Nice to Have:
Prior clinical laboratory experience
About Cheyenne Regional:
Cheyenne Regional Medical Center was founded in 1867 as a tent hospital by the Union Pacific Railroad to treat workers injured while building the transcontinental railroad. Today, we are the largest hospital in the state of Wyoming, employing over 2,000 people, and treating over 350,000+ patients from southeastern Wyoming, western Nebraska, and northern Colorado. We pride ourselves on patient and employee experience by living our core values of Integrity, Caring, Compassion, Respect, Service, Teamwork and Excellence to great health.
Our team makes a difference every day by providing trusted healthcare expertise through a passionate and I.N.S.P.I.R.E.(ing) approach with a personal touch. By living our values, we aim to achieve our goal of becoming a 5-star rated hospital, providing critical support and resources to our community and the greater region we serve. If you are eager to make a difference and passionate about healthcare, we encourage you to apply today!