Microbiology Lab Supervisor - Microbiology, Riverside Methodist Hospital

OhioHealth; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 72,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth in Columbus, OH, seeks a Laboratory Supervisor for Microbiology to oversee the department's operations and ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree (ASCP within two years) and 3 years of patient care or clinical lab experience. Day shift, 40 hours per week, with opportunities to lead, train, and develop staff within a high-reliability organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• ASCP certification within two years of hire
• 3 years in a patient care or clinical laboratory setting

Responsibilities

• 30% Supervises and directs department technical operations and human resources.
• 25% Oversee workflow, staffing assignments, and productivity; provide guidance and training as needed.
• 20% Continuing education and competencies; remains current in the field and trains associates and students.
• 20% Performs responsibilities of the associates in the department when needed or as determined by the manager.
• 5% Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Associate’s degree

ASCP or equivalent certification

Job description

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities.

Job Description Summary

This position provides supervision for the Microbiology department of OhioHealth Laboratory Services.

Responsibilities And Duties

30% Supervises and directs department technical operations and human resources. Acts as liaison resolving operational and technical problems within and between departments. Investigates specimen problems, service complaints and delays in testing. Develops and implements new procedures and processes to improve function and productivity. Maintains appropriate documents and practices for regulatory compliance.

25% Oversee workflow, staffing assignments, and productivity, offering recommendations and executing improvements when needed. Maintains schedules, training documentation, and associate records. Provides guidance and support to associates, fostering their development while exemplifying OhioHealth’s mission, vision, and values. Coordinates or delivers training for new associates and students.

20% Continuing education and competencies. Remains current in the field. Trains new associates and students. Maintains competency and mandatory education requirements. Communicates changes and provides leadership to associates.

20% Performs responsibilities of the associates in the department when needed or as determined by the manager.

5% Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned.

As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties.

The job profile provides an overview of responsibilities and duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list and is subject to change at any time.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree (Required)ASCP - American Society for Clinical Pathology - American Society for Clinical Pathology

Additional Job Description

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Associate’s degree

ASCP or equivalent certification required within two years of hire

Years of experience: 3 years in a patient care or clinical laboratory setting.

Work Shift

Day

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Department

Microbiology

Join us!

• if your passion is to work in a caring environment
• if you believe that learning is a life-long process
• if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry

Equal Employment Opportunity

OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment