Lab Technical Coordinator - Core Lab

BJC HealthCare (New); Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is seeking a Lab Technical Coordinator to oversee the department’s technical operations, inventory, QA, and CAP readiness. The role focuses on coordinating staff, ensuring quality testing, and supporting routine and complex testing on blood and other specimens.

You will supervise shifts, manage workload, train staff, and act as a resource to the laboratory team, contributing to patient care and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• BS in a physical or life science field required.
• ASCP or equivalent certification required.
• 2–5 years of laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate technical activities of the department including inventory management and QA.
• Perform testing and processing of routine and complex tests on blood and specimens.
• Act as a resource to staff and ensure CAP readiness.
• Assess workload, prioritize tasks, and adjust staffing for shifts.
• Train staff and participate in competency assessments.

Skills

Leadership

Staff coordination

Quality assurance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical/Life Science

ASCP Certification or equivalent

Job description

Additional Information About the Role

Are you looking for a career as a Lab Technical Coordinator? Join our team at Barnes Jewish Hospital to make a direct impact on patient care and operations.

• Full Time - 40 Hours Per Week, M-F, no weekends or holidays
• Day Shift: 7am-330pm
• Perks: Benefits Eligible
• Location: Barnes Jewish Hospital
• Minimum Requirements:
• BS in a physical or life science related field
• ASCP or equivalent
• 2+ years' experience

Overview

Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital's staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

Coordinates the technical activities of the department (inventory management, R&D, technical procedures and Policies, CAP readiness, etc.). Also performs testing and processing of routine and complex testing on blood and other specimens as well as acts as a resource person to staff.

Responsibilities

• Assesses workload, prioritizes work, makes staffing adjustments and assists staff when needed. Coordinates/reviews schedules with supervisors and coordinators to ensure adequate staffing for shift.
• Ensures maintenance of laboratory services and quality in accordance with prescribed standards and policies of the system, government and other accreditation agencies.
• Takes responsibility for the daily operations, both technically and administratively, for the shift to ensure quality services. Coordinates with all lab supervisors and frontline staff to ensure laboratory goals are met to improve quality service and reduce costs.
• Develops appropriate QA monitors with supervisor and implements processes for shift to ensure quality. Evaluates data, identifies problems, and recommends solutions.
• Teaches and/or trains new and established staff members and Clinical Laboratory Scientist students in routine and specialized techniques used in the laboratory. Participates in competency assessment of staff.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's Degree
• - Physical/Life Science/related

Experience

• 2-5 years

Supervisor Experience

• No Experience

Licenses & Certifications

• MT/MLS - ASCP or equiv

Preferred Requirements

Experience

• 5-10 years

Supervisor Experience

• < 2 years

Licenses & Certifications

• Cert/Lic in Area of Expertise

Benefits and Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards

At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance

To learn more, go to our Benefits Summary.

*Not all benefits apply to all jobs

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer