Lab Services Supervisor

Overview

POSITION: Lab Services Supervisor
LOCATION: OHC - Blue Ash
WEEKLY

HOURS:

40

OHC – Specialists in Cancer and Blood disorders, is seeking a Lab Services Supervisor to join our team at our Blue Ash office. As the only independent adult cancer program in the region, we offer Medical, Radiation, Blood and Marrow Transplant, Gynecologic, and Breast Surgical Oncology services. OHC supports a robust cancer research and clinical trials program, neuro-oncology, cancer genetics specialists and supportive care program.

The Lab Supervisor is responsible for the efficient operation of the laboratory facility. They will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely testing of procedures. This person ensures compliance with applicable regulations regarding the laboratory operations and participates in site specific daily operations, communications and patient flow.

You take care of our patients, so we take care of you. OHC’s benefits include:

• 3 Health Insurance Plans to choose from
• 2 Dental and 2 Vision insurance plans
• A company matched 401K plan
• Profit sharing plan for clinical employees
• Competitive salaries
• Company paid short term / long term disability / life insurance
• Paid Holidays
• A generous PTO plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development Program
• Nationwide Discounts at your favorite hotels, resorts and retailers just for being an OHC employee
• Wellness Program
• Yearly merit raises
• Opportunities for advancement

• Acts as working general supervisor for the laboratory. Performs routine tests as required and develops knowledge of more complex tests to perform as needed.
• Supervises laboratory personnel. Evaluates qualifications of potential employees; interviews and hires; monitors and evaluates performance. Trains or assigns training of lab personnel. Provides for continuing education program and monitors employee participation. Schedules laboratory personnel. Directly supervises day to day testing and reporting.
• Establishes and monitors quality assurance, quality control, proficiency testing and routine maintenance policies and procedures.
• Establishes and monitors policies and procedures for overall testing performance. Select, evaluates, and validates all test methods. Writes new test procedures and maintains a current procedure manual.
• Reviews patient test results, quality control, proficiency testing and maintenance records. Ensures that patient test results are not reported until all corrective actions have been taken and the test system is properly functioning.
• Maintains awareness of and compliance with state and federal regulations regarding laboratory operations and licensing.
• Maintains awareness of and compliance with state and federal OSHA regulations and other safety regulations. Enforces safety standards. Maintains employee health records when mandated.
• Orders supplies and equipment. Evaluates new equipment and reagents for technical suitability and cost effectiveness. Performs cost analysis on major equipment purchases.
• Analyzes true cost of providing individual tests and other laboratory services. Recommends pricing of tests and other services based on this analysis.
• Interfaces with other disciplines (i.e. nursing, clerical) to ensure a smoothly functioning and efficient operation.
• Maintains a clean working environment and restocks the laboratory area as needed.
• Maintains confidentiality of all information related to patients and medical staff.
• Assists management in budgeting, cost analysis, marketing, and managed care contracts.
• Participates in site specific daily operations, communications and patient flow.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of applicable labor laws.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates degree in Medical Technology or related science field, Bachelors degree in Medical Technology preferred.
• Minimum five years experience in laboratory testing.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• ASCP or equivalent certification required. Current state licensure if required.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable…