Specialist Technologist, Laboratory, Winston Campus

Atrium Health; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare institution is seeking a Specialist Technologist to join their dynamic team in Winston-Salem. In this pivotal role, you will analyze various specimens, ensuring quality and compliance with standards while providing essential data to aid physicians in patient care. You will also supervise and train staff, contributing to a collaborative environment focused on excellence in healthcare. With a commitment to patient care and medical research, this position offers the chance to make a significant impact in the community while enjoying generous benefits and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Day 1 Health Coverage

Generous PTO

Wellness Incentives

Parental Benefits

Retirement Contributions

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and completion of NAACLS Medical Technologist program required.
• Minimum of four years relevant lab tech experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Analyze blood, urine, and body fluid specimens for patient treatment.
• Ensure accurate and timely performance of laboratory testing.
• Supervise and train lab staff and students.

Skills

Laboratory Testing

Quality Control

Supervisory Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology

National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS) Certification

Specialist Certification from ASCP

Job description

Specialist Technologist, Laboratory, Winston Campus

Winston Salem, NC, United States
Job ID: 149210
Job Family: Allied Health-Tech
Status: Full Time
Shift: Evening
Detailed Shift and Schedule: FULL TIME - 2ND SHIFT - EVENINGS WITH ROTATING WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS
Job Type: Regular
Department Name: 12531085039003-Laboratory

At Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, we take pride in offering a dynamic and fulfilling work environment. Joining our team means becoming an essential part of a leading healthcare institution that is committed to providing exceptional patient care and advancing medical research.

As a Specialist Technologist, you will analyze blood, urine, and bone marrow and body fluid specimens in order to provide data that helps our physicians determine the best treatment for their patient. Automated and manual techniques are routinely used to properly evaluate samples in patients with a wide range of clinical conditions. Testing responsibilities include moderate and high complexity assays which are performed in compliance with accrediting organizations as well as departmental policies and procedures. The specialist technologist may be required to evaluate results, troubleshoot, and assist in developing new test methods. This position provides direct line supervision to professional and technical staff in the Lab section. The specialist technologist coordinates and assists in teaching and training students and residents, as well as maintenance of the lab section’s QA, regulatory compliance and standard operating procedures.

Position Highlights:

• Department: Laboratory
• Location: Winston Salem Medical Center Laboratory
• Shift Schedule: Full-Time, 2nd shift, Evenings with rotating weekends and holidays

What We Offer:

• Day 1 Health Coverage: Choose from either copay or HSA-eligible health insurance options with coverage starting on your first day of work.
• Generous PTO: Accrual starts at 25 days/year, to be used for vacations, sickness, holidays, and personal matters.
• Wellness Incentives: Up to $1,350/year in wellness incentives through our LiveWELL program.
• Parental Benefits: Six weeks paid birthing-mother maternity leave & four weeks paid parental leave for non-birthing parents.
• Retirement: Up to 7% employer-paid retirement contributions.

How You’ll Impact Patient Care:

Your responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Adheres to general hospital standards: Follows hospital policies and procedures. Contributes to the overall work environment by utilizing appropriate communication skills and interpersonal relationships. Assumes responsibility for keeping informed about changes in policies and procedures.
• Ensures accurate and timely performance of laboratory testing: Performs procedures as indicated in the procedure manual with minimal supervision and within the required turn-around time without compromising quality. Correctly collects, accessions and/or accurately labels specimens. Responds to STAT priority samples immediately. Demonstrates competency to perform all procedures accurately.
• Ensures quality of laboratory testing: Follows QC procedures and evaluates QC prior to releasing patient results. Records and reviews results for accuracy before reporting in the LIS. Demonstrates the ability to perform and document accurately all procedures related to critical values, technical limit failures and QA activities.
• Follows proper safety and identification procedures in all aspects of laboratory testing: Properly identifies patients prior to sample collection. Identifies specimens at the time of receipt and notifies coworkers and involved lab sections when misidentifications are encountered. Ensures that results are reported for the correct specimen.
• Improves work skills through self-study and continuing education: Information from written documents and other communications are reviewed and appropriately applied. Available educational opportunities and materials are utilized to enhance professional development.
• Contributes to the smooth and efficient operation of the section and department: Able to handle multiple tasks at one time. Covers assigned work area and assists the team in covering other areas that need assistance.
• Protects self, coworkers and facility: Follows approved fire, chemical and biological safety policies and procedures.
• Exhibits and promotes the professional image of laboratories: Presents a professional image in all aspects of the job. Is courteous, helpful, and aware of the customers in all situations.
• Performs delegated supervisory responsibilities: Supervises employees assigned. Maintains supply inventory for the sub-section.
• Collaborates with Manager in preparation of procedure manuals: Assists manager in making all updates to procedure manuals.
• Assists in the training of new personnel: Coordinates schedule and training of students, residents, and new employees.

Education/Experience/Certifications to Qualify:

• Bachelor's degree and successful completion of a National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS) Medical Technologist program.
• Minimum of four years of relevant laboratory tech and/or leadership experience.
• Technologist/Scientist/ Specialist Certification from ASCP or equivalent required.
• Specialist certifications from accreditation agencies and successful completion of a NAACLS approved Medical Technology program preferred.

Where You Will Work:

• Working in healthcare in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, is a rewarding and dynamic experience.
• As a healthcare professional in Winston-Salem, you'll have the opportunity to provide top-notch care to a diverse and engaged community.
• Winston-Salem offers a high quality of life with a cost of living that's lower than in many other major cities.
• Whether you're drawn to clinical care, research, or administration, working in healthcare in Winston-Salem allows you to be part of a healthcare environment that values excellence, compassion, and the well-being of the community.

All individuals certified ASCP beginning January 1, 2004, must participate and maintain ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) through the Certification Maintenance Program (CMP). All individuals who are certified AMT beginning January 1, 2006, must participate and maintain AMT Certification Continuation Program (CCP).