Laboratory Technical Specialist: QC, Troubleshooting & Compliance

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Laboratory Technical Specialist at University of Kentucky will oversee a subspecialty within a fast-paced academic medical center laboratory. You will troubleshoot, manage test performance, ensure regulatory compliance, and assist in employee competency and evaluations within the CAP-accredited lab.

Ideal candidates have a BS- MLS and strong multitasking, technical, and customer service skills, with a commitment to accuracy and process improvements in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to multitask in a fast-paced clinical lab environment.
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with laboratory information systems.
• Experience supporting quality control and regulatory compliance programs.
• Experience assisting in employee evaluations and competency assessments.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot a subspecialty within a busy laboratory section.
• Manage test performance and quality controls to ensure accuracy.
• Ensure CAP and other regulatory compliance in daily operations.
• Support employee competency development and participate in evaluations.

Skills

Multitasking

Computer skills

Customer service

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Education

BS- MLS

Job description

The Laboratory Technical Specialist at University of Kentucky will oversee a subspecialty within a fast-paced academic medical center laboratory. You will troubleshoot, manage test performance, ensure regulatory compliance, and assist in employee competency and evaluations within the CAP-accredited lab.

Ideal candidates have a BS- MLS and strong multitasking, technical, and customer service skills, with a commitment to accuracy and process improvements in a hospital setting.