Clinical Laboratory Team Lead - Hematology

Labcorp; Fairhope (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Labcorp is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Team Leader to join our team in Fairhope, AL. The role involves overseeing daily lab operations, ensuring the quality of test results, and managing a team of technicians. Ideally, candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant science and a minimum of 4 years of experience as a Technologist. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential.

This position requires monitoring instrumentation and preparing new reagents while providing quality patient care in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years or more of experience as a Technologist.
• Strong communication skills; both written and verbal.
• Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position.

Responsibilities

• Assist the supervisor with day-to-day operations of the lab.
• Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot instrumentation.
• Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls.

Skills

Laboratory Information Systems

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological science

Job description

Overview

Labcorp is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Team Leader to join our team in Fairhope, AL. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 6:00AM - 2:30PM and rotating weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist the supervisor with the day to day operations of the Department/Lab Name department
• Send daily, weekly and monthly production reports to management
• Assist with the training of new hires and the development of current employees
• Keep supervisor informed of group progress, problems, employee performance and any significant factors affecting assigned responsibilities
• Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria
• Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to SOPs
• Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality
• Prepare, test and evaluate new reagents or controls
• Report accurate and timely test results in order to deliver quality patient care
• Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures
• Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary
• Assist with processing of specimens when needed
• Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological science,Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology
• Minimum 4 years or more of experience as a Technologist

Preferred Qualifications

• ASCP and/or AMT Certifications
• 6 months or more of supervisory or leadership experience

Additional Job Standards

• In lieu of education requirements listed above, non-traditional degrees with applicable science credits that meet CLIA standards may meet education requirements
• Understanding of laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures
• Proficient with Laboratory Information Systems and Microsoft Office
• Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
• High level of attention to detail with strong organizational skills
• Comfortability making decisions in a changing environment
• Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position
• Able to pass a standardized color blindness test
• Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs

Benefits

Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan. Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO.

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Equal Opportunity

Labcorp Is Proud To Be An Equal Opportunity Employer. Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.

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