Lab Technical Coordinator (Generalist MT/MLS II) - Memorial East (Shiloh, IL)

BJC HealthCare • Shiloh, IL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

BJC HealthCare System is seeking a Full-Time Lab Technical Coordinator - Generalist Medical Laboratory Technologist MT/MLS II for Memorial East Laboratory (Shiloh, IL). This role involves coordinating the technical activities of the department, including inventory management, research and development, technical procedures and policies, and CAP readiness. The coordinator will also perform testing and processing of routine and complex tests on blood and other specimens, acting as a resource person for the staff. Memorial Hospital Belleville is an acute care hospital offering a full complement of diagnostic and treatment services, and Memorial Hospital Shiloh is a 94-bed, all-private suite hospital. Both facilities are recognized for their quality of care and nursing excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical/Life Sciences or related field
• MT/MLS ASCP or equivalent Certification
• 2 years of more experience
• Generalist with Blood bank experience (highly preferred)

Nice To Haves

• 5-10 years experience
• Supervisor Experience < 2 years
• Cert/Lic in Area of Expertise

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the technical activities of the department (inventory management, R&D, technical procedures and Policies, CAP readiness, etc.).
• Performs testing and processing of routine and complex testing on blood and other specimens.
• Acts as a resource person to staff.
• Assesses workload, prioritizes work, makes staffing adjustments and assists staff when needed.
• Coordinates/reviews schedules with supervisors and coordinators to ensure adequate staffing for shift.
• Ensures maintenance of laboratory services and quality in accordance with prescribed standards and policies of the system, government and other accreditation agencies.
• Takes responsibility for the daily operations, both technically and administratively, for the shift to ensure quality services.
• Coordinates with all lab supervisors and frontline staff to ensure laboratory goals are met to improve quality service and reduce costs.
• Develops appropriate QA monitors with supervisor and implements processes for shift to ensure quality.
• Evaluates data, identifies problems, and recommends solutions.
• Teaches and/or trains new and established staff members and Clinical Laboratory Scientist students in routine and specialized techniques used in the laboratory.
• Participates in competency assessment of staff.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance paid for by BJC
• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level