Supervisor - Clinical Lab Operations

Expected Starting Salary Range: 34.50 - 43.54

SUBFUNCTION DEFINITION: Provision of Clinical Laboratory care through comprehensive services across laboratory disciplines.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lab Operation

Ensure quality in all aspects of the laboratory operation, coordinating and collaborating with leadership regarding all testing and reporting issues. Aid in the selection of appropriate methodologies, verification of procedures and establishing performance characteristics. Ensure procedure manuals are current, available and reviewed annually and that all employees are educated and trained on all revisions.

• Technical Expertise

Perform routine procedures of a Medical Lab Scientist, including the collection and analysis of data, which will affect decisions regarding patient care. Maintain working knowledge of procedures and strong technical proficiency. Participates in patient testing as needed to meet the needs of the department. Assists and supports technical staff with routine testing, preventive maintenance, technical studies and troubleshooting. Supports innovation through new test development and implementation of new testing platforms.

• Performance Development

Manage reporting personnel. Participate in and provide significant input regarding recruitment, hiring, on-boarding, training, development, and/or retention. Mentor and develop assigned staff. Identify and work to correct personnel management issues.

• People Planning

Conduct ongoing evaluation and mentoring of direct reports, including effective, clear and timely annual performance evaluation. Ensure staff are appropriately trained to perform job functions. Determine and monitor implementation of continuing education goals of the department and provide educational opportunities for department staff. Ensure departmental and Medical Center initiatives, priorities, standards and policies are effectively communicated and understood by direct and indirect reports.

• Compliance

Maintain compliance with applicable federal, state and local regulatory requirements, such as TJC, HIPAA and/or other accreditation standards. Design and/or implement programs, policies and/or procedures to ensure compliance. Track laws and regulations that might affect policies and procedures. May prepare compliance reports and communicate results as necessary

Qualifications:

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field OR equivalent combination of education and experience

• 4 years technical experience in a related laboratory setting

• Demonstrated leadership experience

Preferred:

• Leadership or management experience

• Certification by national laboratory accrediting agency

Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and treasures Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disability