Technical Lab System Spec

AdventHealth; Greenwood Village (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization dedicated to uplifting the community in body, mind, and spirit. This role offers the opportunity to manage and enhance laboratory testing processes while collaborating with leaders to optimize performance. With a focus on continuous improvement and innovation, you will ensure the delivery of high-quality laboratory services. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in clinical laboratory operations and leadership, making a significant impact on patient care. Embrace this chance to thrive professionally and grow spiritually in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Benefits from Day One

Paid Days Off from Day One

Student Loan Repayment Program

Career Development

Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in science field required with 5 years of clinical lab experience.
• MLT - Medical Technician - ASCP and MLS - Medical Lab Scientist certifications needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage and enhance specimen testing processes in collaboration with department leadership.
• Ensure QC data reviews are performed efficiently and oversee lab discipline integration.

Skills

Clinical Laboratory Experience

Leadership Skills

Technical Knowledge in Laboratory Processes

Data Management

Education

Bachelor’s in Science

Master’s in Clinical Laboratory Science or related field

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems (LIS)

Health Information Systems (HIS)

Middleware Systems

Job description

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One
• Paid Days Off from Day One
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind, and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: Full-time

Shift : Days

Location: 6061 S WILLOW DR, Greenwood Village, 80111

The role you’ll contribute:

In collaboration with department leadership, is responsible for managing and enhancing the specimen testing processes in designated area of expertise. Applies high-level of relevant technical and leadership knowledge. Consults with laboratory leaders on technical processes. Functions in a self-directed manner. Oversees the integration of lab discipline within the hospital, ambulatory, and clinic environment. Assist in development and evaluation of test procedures, maintain an understanding of IT systems and data sources associated with lab discipline.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

• Ensure monthly supervisory review of QC data is performed efficiently and effectively by sites and that appropriate system comparisons are performed. Manage reagent utilization rates and ensure that equipment is optimized to meet customer requirements and to minimize excessive waste. Ensure key performance indicators meet internal goals and the expectations of leaders. Optimize test ordering and resulting processes and align with test utilization. Plan and direct instrument validations and new technology implementations.
• Maintain a high level of proficiency, understanding and in-depth working knowledge of the lab LIS, HIS, middleware and ambulatory computer systems from a user and optimization standpoint. Maintain a high level of proficiency and understanding of the accuracy and source of data that enter the LIS, HIS, middleware and ambulatory computer systems (both electronic and manual entry) as it relates to the delivery of laboratory services. Work directly with IT to improve processes and system changes.
• Maintain a high level of proficiency and current knowledge of trends in methodology, technology and delivery of laboratory services. Understand and communicate a technical strategy to align with Centura Laboratory Services strategic plan and Centura Health goals and objectives. Evaluate and implement new methodologies and procedures. Develop, maintain and manage metrics on testing performance. Conduct on-going assessments in conjunction with Medical Director, Technical Director, Best Practice Teams and Laboratory Site Directors of test menus and test methodologies to ensure that Centura provides optimal service for patient care.
• Understand and use tools available to manage financial performance of Centura Laboratory Services. Advise laboratory leadership of any changes needed in annual supply budgets. Review supply spend metrics periodically. Assist leadership in developing and implementing action plans on any unfavorable spending trends. Optimize processes for inventory management mechanisms including contract compliance in testing.

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:

Required qualifications :

• Bachelor’s in science field required.
• 5 years clinical laboratory experience
• MLT - Medical Technician - ASCP
• MLS - Medical Lab Scientist (Formally MT Certification)

Preferred qualifications:

• Masters in clinical laboratory science, Business, Healthcare Management or related filed preferred.
• Previous experience leading complex programs with accountability for measured outcomes
• 3 years of leadership experience

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.