Laboratory Lead

CJW Medical Center; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Laboratory Lead to oversee daily operations and ensure quality in laboratory practices. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on patient care while working in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a commitment to excellence, contributing to a culture that values teamwork and innovation. With a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their career in a supportive setting.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) with 100% match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Education assistance

Flexible spending accounts

Free counseling services

Time Away From Work Program

Colleague recognition program

Pet insurance

Legal counseling

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician required.
• Knowledge of test methodologies and quality control procedures.

Responsibilities

• Directs daily operations and decision-making in the laboratory.
• Ensures compliance with quality control and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Technical Expertise

Quality Control

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems

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Description

Introduction

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Laboratory Lead? At Johnston-Willis Hospital, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Benefits

Johnston-Willis Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.
  
  

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You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients’ lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Laboratory Lead like you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary And Qualifications

• Directs daily operations including decision-making, response to problems, identifying errors and taking corrective action. Demonstrates technical expertise.
• Contributes to good employee relationships and provides for staff development. Assists with employee performance appraisals.
• Adheres to proper resource allocation and coordination. Ensures maximum efficiency in use of personnel. Controls departmental supply expense.
• Demonstrates and encourages innovation and creativity. Responds to charges in clinical laboratory medicine. Motivates and educates staff to challenge traditional operational methods, i.e., scheduling, processes, etc.
• Manages and shares daily workload. Uses time wisely. Provides a productive atmosphere. Manages specialty areas and/or assignments in compliance with general laboratory standards.
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of test methodologies and quality control. Develops, writes, reviews and implements procedures and policies. Prepares laboratory for inspections. Prepares reports as needed.
• Maintains good communication with laboratory leadership, pathologists, co-workers, team members and customers. Demonstrates an awareness of patient/client expectations and seeks to always satisfy. Supports the Hospital and Laboratory administrative and management teams. Displays effective leadership skills and talents.
• Demonstrates proficiency in all laboratory computer related tasks. Provides training to employees as necessary.
• Ensures that all instruments maintenance is performed and documented. Administers to all established quality control procedures. Troubleshoots instruments effectively, when appropriate.
• Understands and participates in laboratory QA plan, safety policies, emergency preparedness plan and infection control plan.
• Understands/respects laboratory billing compliance plan. Adheres to guidelines set forth in Lab Billing Compliance Plan. Attends Annual Billing Compliance Training and Annual Ethics Training. Understands and adheres to patient security and confidentiality standards.
• Initiates and documents patient teaching, including family and/or significant others. Demonstrates knowledge
  
  

and skills necessary to provide care and assess data appropriate to the age of the patient served.

EXPERIENCE

Required - 1-2 years of experience as Medical Laboratory Technician

EDUCATION

Required - Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or related science.

CERTIFICATION

Required- MLT Registry or Certification. Registry/Certification in a specialty area will be considered. Continuing education to maintain Registry/Certification as required.

CJW Medical Center is comprised of Chippenham Hospital and Johnston-Willis Hospital. We have served the greater Richmond Virginia area for over 100 years. Our campuses offer services in orthopedics, joint care, behavioral health, cancer care, and neurology. We have been recognized as a top performer on Key Quality Measures. Our care like family culture extends to our patients, our people and our community. We are committed to each other because when we join together, our patients are cared for in the safest and most compassionate way.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Laboratory Lead opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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