Laboratory Coordinator, Acute

Lifepoint Health • Benton, AR

4d • Onsite

About The Position

We're seeking a detail-oriented Laboratory Coordinator to join our team and play a vital role in delivering accurate, high-quality patient care. In this position, you'll perform and oversee complex laboratory testing, maintain laboratory information systems (LIS), ensure quality assurance standards are met, and help train and support laboratory staff.

Requirements

• Doctoral, master's, OR bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological, clinical lab science, or medical technology from an accredited institution; OR have earned an associate degree in a lab science or medical lab technology from an accredited institution; required
• AMLT certification (or equivalent) required within 1 year of hire
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Commitment to quality, patient safety, and continuous improvement

Nice To Haves

• ASCP certification; preferred
• Meditech LIS experience, preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform and analyze clinical laboratory tests with accuracy and efficiency
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment
• Monitor quality control and ensure compliance with CAP, state, and federal regulations
• Collect and process patient specimens, including blood samples
• Manage and support the Laboratory Information System (LIS)
• Train and educate laboratory personnel on procedures and LIS functionality
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams to deliver timely, reliable results

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree