Lab Services Team Lead

Labcorp•Birmingham, AL

69d•Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Lead Clinical Laboratory Professional to join our team UAB St. Vincent’s East, Birmingham, AL. This role involves assisting the supervisor with the day-to-day operations of the Hematology/Coagulation area of the Core Lab. The position requires sending production reports, assisting with training and development, and keeping the supervisor informed of group progress and issues. Key responsibilities include determining specimen acceptability, performing technical procedures, monitoring and troubleshooting instrumentation, preparing reagents, reporting test results, performing maintenance and quality control, managing supplies, and maintaining a safe work environment. The role is in a fast-paced, customer-focused, and challenging environment, contributing to LabCorp's mission of 'Improving Health, Improving Lives'.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology
2 years or more of experience as a Technician
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
Able to pass a standardized color blindness test

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree
ASCP and/or AMT Certifications
1 years or more of experience supervising or leading a team
In lieu of education requirements listed above, non-traditional degrees with applicable science credits that meet CLIA standards may meet education requirement

Responsibilities

Assist the supervisor with the day to day operations of the Hematology /Coagulation area of the Core Lab
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