Technical Coordinator - Blood Bank (Evening Shift)

Live Well Homecare; Benson (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Well Homecare seeks a Medical Laboratory Technologist/MLS with leadership experience to oversee shift workflows and ensure compliance in a high‑level lab environment. The role emphasizes quality assurance, regulatory standards, and teamwork within the department.

Responsibilities include supervising personnel, mentoring staff, and coordinating with on‑site and system‑wide teams to maintain accuracy, efficiency, and patient safety in Benson, AZ.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in medical laboratory technology or equivalent with four years of experience.
• Bachelor's in chemical or biological sciences with two years of relevant experience.
• MLS or categorical certification required for certain disciplines; foreign candidates need credential evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Perform all duties of Medical Laboratory Technologist/MLS at a high competency level, overseeing workflow and leadership during shifts.
• Review quality control and assurance procedures, maintain documentation, and implement continuous quality improvement.
• Monitor department performance, identify improvement opportunities, assist in cost analysis, and manage inventory issues.
• Participate in personnel oversight, including hiring, training, coaching, and competency assessments; lead or contribute to projects.
• Act as a communication liaison for on-site and system-wide issues, fostering teamwork and mentoring.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Quality control

Leadership

Education

Associate degree in medical laboratory technology

Bachelor's degree in chemical or biological sciences

MLS certification or categorical

Job description

Role Overview:

This position requires advanced technical knowledge and application in laboratory testing, focusing on clinical relevance and complex problem-solving. It serves as a key resource within the department, ensuring compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards such as CLIA '88, JCAHO, CAP, and OSHA.

Role Overview:

This position requires advanced technical knowledge and application in laboratory testing, focusing on clinical relevance and complex problem-solving. It serves as a key resource within the department, ensuring compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards such as CLIA '88, JCAHO, CAP, and OSHA.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform all duties of Medical Laboratory Technologist/MLS at a high competency level, overseeing workflow and operational leadership during shifts.
• Review quality control and assurance procedures, maintain documentation, and implement continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Monitor department performance, identify improvement opportunities, assist in cost analysis, and manage inventory issues.
• Participate in personnel oversight, including hiring, training, coaching, and competency assessments. Lead or contribute to departmental projects.
• Act as a communication liaison for on-site and system-wide issues, fostering teamwork, customer service, and a learning environment through coaching and mentoring.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Associate degree in medical laboratory technology or equivalent with four years of experience, or a Bachelor's degree in chemical or biological sciences with two years of relevant experience.
• Certification (MLS or categorical) for certain disciplines; foreign candidates require credential evaluation.
• Experience in nonwaived testing, with additional experience or education preferred.

Additional Information:

The role emphasizes quality assurance, regulatory compliance, teamwork, leadership, and continuous improvement in a laboratory setting.