Clinical Lab Technician: QA-Driven, Impactful Role

Advocate Health; Shelby (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to uphold QA-guided testing procedures and ensure accurate, compliant lab operations. The role emphasizes inventory management, troubleshooting, and adherence to CAP, TJC, OSHA standards.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong clinical judgment, effective communication across shifts, and participate in process improvements while performing routine duties in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Assesses procedures for accuracy and adherence to QA guidelines.
• Manages materials and reagents to minimize waste and cost.
• Uses clinical judgment to prioritize and resolve test-system issues.
• Reviews and updates lab procedures to comply with accreditation standards.
• Maintains clear communication across shifts and with leadership.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates proficiency with testing procedures and quality assurance guidelines.
• Prepares reagents and maintains inventory for test procedures.
• Identifies problems and collaborates with departments or hotlines to troubleshoot issues.
• Ensures compliance with CAP, TJC, OSHA regulations and accreditation requirements.
• Maintains real-time communication across shifts and leadership on issues.
• Participates in staff meetings and task forces to implement changes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Quality assurance

Inventory management

Clinical judgment

Troubleshooting

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to uphold QA-guided testing procedures and ensure accurate, compliant lab operations. The role emphasizes inventory management, troubleshooting, and adherence to CAP, TJC, OSHA standards.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong clinical judgment, effective communication across shifts, and participate in process improvements while performing routine duties in a fast-paced clinical environment.