Supervisor - Microbiology

Located at our Core Lab in our Microbiology Department (Moraine, OH)
Full-time Salaried Position Working Day Shift

Summary:
Responsible for supervising the daily operations and staff of the Microbiology Department.

Responsibilities:

• With the Director of Infectious Disease Testing, provide direct supervision and daily leadership to the department in concert with CompuNet’s mission, vision and values to meet business objectives and customer expectations.
• Utilize the departmental staffing plan to provide daily schedules, work assignments, and time to complete special projects.
• Review timekeeping system data on a regular basis, submit completed payroll records on time, manage department overtime.
• Assist in the development and management of the department budget.
• Assist with the selection of new employees, provide initial training and ongoing development through coaching, continuing education, competency assessment and the performance appraisal process. Set goals and objectives, determine appropriate corrective action and document employee performance throughout the year.
• Provide clear, consistent communication to staff through regularly scheduled meetings, memos, bulletin boards and personal communication.
• Develop departmental compliance, ergonomic, and safety procedures as needed based on company policies; ensure departmental compliance with all company and regulatory policies and procedures.
• Conduct quality reviews for test results; collect pertinent data, troubleshoot issues that affect workflow or operations, facilitate improvement activities.
• Facilitate communication with internal and external customers; support and promote all customer satisfaction initiatives. Evaluate customer satisfaction.
• Assist with writing, revising and implementing technical and departmental procedures consistent with the CompuNet Quality Program to ensure that the laboratory meets the requirements of CLIA’88.
• Along with Director of Infectious Disease Testing, select instruments and methodologies, oversee method validation and verification studies, monitor test performance.
• Contribute to the overall effectiveness of the organization by communicating Roadmap goals and promoting activities to achieve current Roadmap metrics.
• Participate as part of the CompuNet Management Team, attending appropriate meetings and participating in various committees and teams as needed.
• Perform routine technical work, advanced/specialized testing or any other duties assigned or needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology with ASCP certification
• 3-5 years demonstrated success and experience in positions of progressively increasing responsibility in a medical lab environment
• Demonstrated leadership skills and abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound reasoning ability and independent judgment.
• Ability to work within specified deadlines and timetables.
• Excellent communication and people skills.

Physical & Safety Requirements:

• Visual acuity and hand-finger dexterity to work at computer for extended periods.
• Sit at computer work station for extended periods
• Stand at laboratory work station for extended periods
• Comprehension of verbal and written directions
• Concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
• Demonstrate complete integrity and accuracy in test performance and results reporting.
• Handle stressful situations in a calm manner.
• Will have exposure to biohazard substances and hazardous chemicals.
• Be familiar with and adhere to safety, ergonomic and health policies of the Company.
• Comply with all PPE requirements when in the laboratory or other biohazard areas.
• Complete required safety training and health evaluations in a timely manner.
• Anticipate safety hazards, act upon unsafe situations and promote safety awareness.

CompuNet offers a full benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage. Company paid life Insurance and 403b match. Paid holidays, vacation, sick and personal time.
CompuNet Clinical Laboratories is an equal opportunity employer does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment.