Clinical Laboratory Team Leader - Blood Bank

Labcorp•Waco, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you an experienced clinical laboratory professional looking for a leadership opportunity? Are you detail oriented, process focused, and enjoy leading others? Are you looking for an industry leading company that offers growth and stability? LabCorp is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Team Leader to join our team at Ascension Providence Hospital in Waco, TX . 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". Work Schedule: Shift 1, Monday-Friday, 5:30am to 2:00pm; Rotating weekends (Every Other) 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. Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only. For more detailed information, please click here .

Requirements

Associate’s degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or a non-traditional Associate’s degree that meets local regulatory – Bachelor’s degree is a plus
Minimum 2 years of experience in Blood Bank; 4+ years preferred
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

Nice To Haves

ASCP and/or AMT Certifications are a plus
Prior supervisory or leadership experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Assist the manager & supervisors with the day to day operations of the Blood Bank department
Send daily, weekly and monthly production reports to management
Assist with the training of new hires and the development of current employees
Keep manager & supervisors 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
Develop and maintain policies for the department
Ensure proper inventory to maintain workflow in the department
Assist the manager & supervisor to ensure the department meets regulatory compliance
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