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What are laboratory operations?

Laboratory operations refer to the management and coordination of activities within a laboratory to ensure accurate, efficient, and safe testing or research. This includes overseeing equipment maintenance, quality control, inventory management, compliance with safety regulations, and workflow optimization. Professionals in laboratory operations play a key role in supporting scientific, medical, or industrial projects by ensuring that all lab processes run smoothly and meet required standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in laboratory operations, and why are they important?

To thrive in Laboratory Operations, you need a solid background in laboratory sciences, quality control, and management principles, usually supported by a degree in biology, chemistry, or a related field. Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS), regulatory standards (such as CLIA or ISO), and safety protocols is typically required. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and effective communication help ensure smooth workflow and compliance. These skills and qualifications are crucial for maintaining accurate results, operational efficiency, and regulatory adherence in laboratory environments.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in laboratory operations, and how can they be managed effectively?

Professionals in Laboratory Operations often encounter challenges such as managing workflow bottlenecks, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and maintaining equipment reliability. Effective communication and strong organizational skills are essential to prioritize tasks and coordinate among team members. Proactively scheduling routine equipment maintenance and staying updated on regulatory changes can help minimize disruptions. Additionally, fostering a collaborative environment with researchers and technical staff supports smoother operations and problem-solving.

What is the difference between Laboratory Operations vs Laboratory Technicians?

AspectLaboratory OperationsLaboratory Technicians
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree in a science or related fieldOften requires an associate degree or certification in laboratory techniques
Work EnvironmentOversees lab processes, manages workflows, and ensures compliancePerforms testing, prepares samples, and maintains equipment
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across research, clinical, and industrial labs for management rolesCommonly employed in clinical, medical, and research labs for technical tasks

Laboratory Operations roles focus on managing lab workflows, compliance, and overall lab efficiency, often requiring a bachelor's degree. Laboratory Technicians perform hands-on testing and sample preparation, typically with an associate degree or certification. While both work in laboratory settings, Laboratory Operations professionals handle oversight and coordination, whereas Laboratory Technicians execute technical tasks.

What are the most commonly searched types of Laboratory Operations jobs in Ohio?

The most popular types of Laboratory Operations jobs in Ohio are:

What are popular job titles related to Laboratory Operations jobs in Ohio?

For Laboratory Operations jobs in Ohio, the most frequently searched job titles are:

Infographic showing various Laboratory Operations job openings in Ohio as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution.

Hospital Laboratory Supervisor

TriHealth

Montgomery, OH • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 9 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Oversee complex laboratory operations across multiple clinical areas including Blood Bank, Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, and Microbiology.

  • Manage personnel, equipment, supplies, and quality assurance activities to ensure high-quality, compliant laboratory services.

  • Coordinate with site and system leadership to address staffing, equipment, workflow, and process improvements.


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7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 176 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description


Lead Clinical Excellence at TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital
As a Hospital Laboratory Supervisor, you'll use your MLS expertise to lead complex, multi-disciplinary laboratory operations that directly impact patient care. At TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital, you'll oversee high-acuity clinical areas including Blood Bank, Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, and Microbiology, while partnering closely with site and system leadership to ensure quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.
This role offers true leadership scope-people management, operational oversight, regulatory compliance, and process innovation-within a collaborative, mission-driven hospital environment. You'll influence decisions around staffing, advanced instrumentation, quality outcomes, and workflow optimization while developing the next generation of laboratory professionals.
If you're an Medical Technologist ready to lead with purpose, credibility, and impact-TriHealth offers the platform to grow.
Location:
Bethesda North Hospital at 10500 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH 45242
Work Schedule:
  • Full-Time (80 hours bi-weekly)
  • Day shift

Incentives & Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement. For more information, please visit our benefits page: https://careers.trihealth.com/what-we-offer/benefits
Job Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree Clinical or Medical Laboratory Science or Technology, Chemical or Biological Science is required.
  • 3 - 4 years' of Laboratory experience is required.
  • MLS (ASCP) by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or equivalent is required.

Job Overview:
This position is responsible for the supervision of Lead Medical Technologists, Lead Medical Laboratory Technicians, Point of Care Coordinator, Registered and Registry-Eligible Medical Technologists, Registered and Registry-Eligible Medical Laboratory Technicians, Co-op Students, Tech Aide IIs, Technologist Associates and Technician Aides in Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, Microbiology and Blood Bank. This position has oversight of Lab Assistants - POC in the ED POC Labs in the absence of a Support Services Supervisor. This position is responsible for the scheduling, duty assignments, productivity, quality control, maintenance and repair of equipment, ordering of supplies, and implementation of new equipment and procedures.
This position interacts and works effectively and proactively with their site leadership, their one-up, other priority lab supervisors to cover all priority lab needs to include TCI and Ambulatory Labs. This position is also responsible for all functions at priority labs in absence of the site manager. This position is responsible for hiring, terminating, provides performance counseling and appraisals for their direct reports. This position works collaboratively with the TriHealth Laboratories' department specific Technical Specialists and the Lab Compliance/Safety/QA Specialist to maintain quality and compliance with regulatory agencies. The Supervisor of Laboratory Services ensures that the Lab services meet customer needs while continuously striving to improve the quality of services provided.
Job Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for efficient use of personnel, capital equipment, and consumables as they relate to technical sections - Blood Bank, Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, and Microbiology. Assists with budget preparation regarding staff and supplies.
  • Responsible for implementing procedures regarding JCAHO, CAP, OSHA, AABB, and CLIA '88. Receives general direction and oversight from core laboratory section supervisor.
  • Ensures high quality laboratory data regarding accuracy, precision, and service.
  • Responsible for monitoring quality control, proficiency surveys, instrument maintenance and repairs, and section quality assurance reports.
  • Provides timely and essential communications to management (concerning personnel, equipment, complaints, etc.) and to employees (regarding new policies, procedures and general information). Has regular contact with customers (patients, physicians, and nu Maintains high employee morale through effective management. Utilizes team building techniques to problem solve and improve sections. Works with staff to identify and attain career goals, reinforcing positive performance, delegating responsibility, prom Knowledgeable of Hematology, Coagulation, Blood Bank, Chemistry and Limited Microbiology, Laboratory and Hospital functions and policies. Pursues continuing education.
  • Recommends capital equipment needs and construction/renovation changes in lab as needed.

Other Related Information:
  • Direct Report FTEs = 20-29

Working Conditions:
Bending -
Climbing - Rarely
Concentrating - Consistently
Continuous Learning - Consistently
Hearing: Conversation - Consistently
Hearing: Other Sounds - Frequently
Interpersonal Communication - Consistently
Kneeling - Rarely
Lifting <10 Lbs. - Occasionally
Lifting 50+ Lbs. - Rarely
Lifting <50 Lbs. - Occasionally
Pulling - Rarely
Pushing - Rarely
Reaching - Rarely
Reading - Consistently
Sitting - Consistently
Standing - Rarely
Stooping - Rarely
Talking - Consistently
Thinking/Reasoning - Consistently
Use of Hands - Frequently
Color Vision - Occasionally
Visual Acuity: Far - Consistently
Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently
Walking - Frequently
Leadership Performance Standards
TriHealth leaders create a culture of engagement, safety & reliability and high performance by consistently modeling and utilizing the following TriHealth Way leadership competencies, tactics and ALWAYS Behaviors to drive strategic pillar results:
Achievement of Annual Pillar Goals:
1) Safety/Quality, 2) Service, 3) Growth, 4) Culture/People, 5) Finance
Leadership Competencies:
  • TriHealth Way of Leading
  • TriHealth Way of Serving
  • Transformation Change
  • Drive for Results
  • Build Organizational Talent

Leadership Tactics:
  • Conduct department huddles. Generally, clinical departments hold daily huddles, non-clinical hold weekly huddles.
  • Regularly Round on Team Members, using questions from the rounding log.
    - 25 or fewer team members = monthly
    - 26-50 team members = every other month
    - 51+ (and optional team members) = quarterly
  • Lead monthly team meetings using meeting agenda template; review stoplight report; cascade key leadership messages.
  • Model, coach and validate team members use of TriHealth Way behaviors (AIDET + Promise, Always Behaviors and Always HEARD).
  • Recognize team members for safety wins, positive performance and demonstrating SERVE and ALWAYS behaviors, TriHealth Way of Leading, Serving and Delivering Care.

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About Us
Careers at TriHealth are diverse. From clinical to administrative, sales to service, our team members contribute skills that are as varied as the services we offer and the people we serve. As an employer, TriHealth demonstrates the organization's values by offering comprehensive benefits packages, competitive wages, and milestone recognition.
Explore our career options to help you determine the type of job best for you as well as help narrow your search within our website. We look forward to you joining the TriHealth family!

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TriHealth provides unique opportunities from across disciplines in many different aspects including patient care, care coordination, education and management. We are unique because we know that team members who focus on our mission and values provide excellent patient care.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Cincinnati, OH, US

Year founded

1995