Laboratory Coordinator

Lifepoint Health®; Henderson (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Well-being programs

Job summary

Maria Parham Health, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks a Laboratory Coordinator to lead clinical lab testing with independent judgment. You will train staff, oversee LIS functions, and support the quality assurance program to ensure compliance and patient safety.

The role emphasizes accuracy, efficiency, confidentiality, and adherence to regulatory standards in daily laboratory operations.

Qualifications

• Associate's in MLT or Bachelor's in MT required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's in Medical Laboratory Science preferred.
• AMLT Certification or equivalent required within 1 year of hire.
• ASCP or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and demonstrate proficiency in clinical laboratory testing with independent judgment.
• Train and oversee laboratory personnel and supervise LIS-related tasks.
• Manage LIS functions, file maintenance, and support the laboratory quality assurance program.
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety and regulatory standards while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.

Education

Associate's in MLT or Bachelor's in MT

Associate's or Bachelor's in Medical Laboratory Science

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Job description

Job Title: Laboratory Coordinator

Job Type: Fulltime, Nonexempt

Schedule: Days, Weekend and Holiday Rotation

Your Experience Matters

Maria Parham Health is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network that prioritizes well‑being to enable staff to provide exceptional patient care.

How You'll Contribute

The Laboratory Coordinator performs and demonstrates proficiency in one or more areas of the clinical laboratory while exercising independent judgment and responsibility in the performance of complex laboratory testing. Responsibilities include diagnostic testing on patient specimens to assist physicians in the diagnosis and monitoring of disease states, training and oversight of laboratory personnel, and management of Laboratory Information System (LIS) functions, including file maintenance and support of the laboratory quality assurance program. The role ensures compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory standards while maintaining accuracy, efficiency, and confidentiality in all laboratory operations.

Why Join Us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to delivering excellent patient care. In addition to base compensation, this position offers comprehensive benefits, financial protection and PTO, financial and career growth opportunities, employee well‑being programs, and professional development.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well‑being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What We're Looking For

Applicants should have the following qualifications:

• Associate's in MLT or Bachelor's in MT Required
• Associate's or Bachelor's in Medical Laboratory Science Preferred
• AMLT Certification or Equivalent Required within 1 year of hire
• ASCP or Equivalent Preferred

EEOC Statement

Maria Parham Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Maria Parham Health is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.