Specimen Processing Team Lead

Labcorp; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Labcorp is seeking a Specimen Processing Team Lead to join our Baltimore, MD team. This role supports the day-to-day operations of the department, supervises staff, and ensures accurate specimen prep and routing for analysis.

The incumbent will drive process improvements and quality checks in a fast-paced laboratory setting. The position requires a high school diploma (GED) with 3+ years in laboratory operations or production; associates degree and prior people leadership are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum: high school diploma or GED and 3+ years in lab, accessioning, data entry or production.
• Preferred: associates degree; 2+ years in a clinical laboratory; 2+ years in a people leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day operations of the department.
• Lead the team in daily processes and procedures.
• Prepare specimens for analysis and testing; oversee routing to prep areas.
• Encourage process improvements and best practices; conduct quality checks.
• Manage policies and procedures; perform administrative duties as needed.

Skills

Team leadership

Supervision

Process improvement

Quality assurance

Laboratory operations

Data entry

Education

High school diploma

Associates degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

LIS software

Job description

Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world’s most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people’s health around the world. Together, we’re improving health and improving lives.

Labcorp is seeking a Specimen Processing Team Lead to join our team in Baltimore, MD

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday 4:30pm to 1:00am. Rotating Weekends.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in the supervision of the day to day operations of the Department Name department
• Help lead the team in their daily processes and procedures
• Assist with preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis and testing
• Oversee routing of specimens to their respective prep areas
• Encourage process improvements and best practices
• Perform quality assurance checks to ensure efficiency and accuracy
• Resolve any production errors as requested by management
• Research and resolve any production errors while escalating when necessary
• Engage in continuous process and service level improvements
• Perform quality assurance checks to ensure efficiency and accuracy
• Responsible for enforcing and managing policies and procedures
• Perform administrative duties as needed

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent
• 3 years or more experience in lab, accessioning, data entry or production.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates degree
• 2 years or more experience working in a clinical laboratory
• 2 years or more experience as a people leader

Job Additional Standards

• Strong computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication skills; both written and verbal
• High level of attention to detail with strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to make decisions in a fast paced environment
• Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position
• Familiarity with laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures
• Able to pass a standardized color blindness test

Are you detail oriented, process focused, and enjoy leading others? Are you looking for an industry leading company that offers growth and stability? In this position, you will work in a fast paced, customer focused, and challenging environment, and will be a part of our overall mission at LabCorp: "Improving Health, Improving Lives".

Pay Range: $18.00 - $26.00 per hour

All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data

Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan. Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO. For more detailed information, please click here.

If you're looking for a career that offers opportunities for growth, continual development, professional challenge and the chance to make a real difference, apply today!

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