Are you an experienced clinical laboratory professional looking for a leadership opportunity? Are you detail-oriented, process-focused, and enjoy leading others? LabCorp is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Team Leader to join our team in Raritan, NJ. 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".
Sign-On Bonus of $5,000 (External Candidates Only)
Work Schedule: Tuesday – Saturday 10:00 pm – 6:30 am
Benefits: 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. Regular, full-time or part-time employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(K), ESPP, Paid time off (PTO) or Flexible time off (FTO), Commissions, and Company bonus where applicable.
Job Responsibilities:
- Assist the supervisor with the day-to-day operations of the Microbiology department.
- Send daily, weekly, and monthly production reports to management.
- Assist with the training of new hires and the development of current employees.
- Keep supervisor informed of group progress, problems, employee performance, and any significant factors affecting assigned responsibilities.
- Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria.
- Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to SOPs.
- Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality.
- Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls.
- Report accurate and timely test results in order to deliver quality patient care.
- Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures.
- Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary.
- Assist with processing of specimens when needed.
- Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements.
- Minimum 4 years of experience as a Technologist.
- ASCP and/or AMT Certifications are a plus.
- Prior microbiology experience in a clinical or reference laboratory is highly preferred.
- Must possess a working knowledge of clinical microbiology processes, procedures, and equipment (MALDI-TOF and VITEK2).
- Prior supervisory or leadership experience is a plus.
- Understanding of laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures.
- Proficient with Laboratory Information Systems and Microsoft Office.
- Strong communication skills; both written and verbal.
- High level of attention to detail with strong organizational skills.
- Comfortability making decisions in a changing environment.
- Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position.
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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