Clinical Laboratory Team Leader - Molecular

Labcorp•Raritan, NJ

1d•$31 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Team Leader to join our Molecular team in Raritan, NJ. This role involves assisting the supervisor with daily operations, generating production reports, training new hires, and ensuring the smooth functioning of the department. The team leader will also be responsible for specimen acceptability, performing technical procedures, operating and troubleshooting instrumentation, preparing reagents, reporting test results, performing maintenance and quality control, managing supplies, and maintaining a safe work environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology
4 years of experience as a Technologist.
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
2 years of experience as a Technologist in Molecular
6 months of supervisory or leadership experience
non-traditional degrees with applicable science credits that meet CLIA standards may meet education requirements

Responsibilities

Assist the supervisor with the day to day operations of the Department/Lab Name department
Send daily, weekly and monthly productions 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