Microbiology Lab Supervisor - Microbiology, Riverside Methodist Hospital

Berger Health System; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth Laboratory Services in Columbus, OH, is seeking a Supervisor for the Microbiology department. The role provides supervision of department operations, directs human resources, and ensures regulatory compliance in a high reliability organization.

You will oversee workflow, training, and scheduling; participate in process improvement, investigate specimen issues, and mentor associates while aligning with OhioHealth's mission and values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required for the role.
• ASCP certification or equivalent is required within two years of hire.
• Minimum of 3 years in a patient care or clinical laboratory setting.

Responsibilities

• Supervises department operations and human resources, directs staff and workflow.
• Investigates specimen problems, service complaints, and delays in testing.
• Develops and implements procedures to improve function and productivity.
• Maintains regulatory documents and ensures compliance.
• Oversee scheduling, training, and mentoring of associates.
• Emphasizes safety, quality, and efficiency as part of the High Reliability Organization.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Laboratory operations

Education

Bachelor's Degree (Required)

Associate’s degree

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 PathologyAdditional Job Description:MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSAssociate’s degreeASCP or equivalent certification required within two years of hireYears of experience: 3 years in a patient care or clinical laboratory setting.Work Shift:DayScheduled Weekly Hours :40DepartmentMicrobiologyJoin 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 industryEqual Employment OpportunityOhioHealth 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