Laboratory Coordinator

Lifepoint Health • Henderson, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Laboratory Coordinator performs and demonstrates proficiency in one or more areas of the clinical laboratory while exercising independent judgment and responsibility in the performance of complex laboratory testing. This role supports high-quality patient care by performing diagnostic testing on patient specimens to assist physicians in the diagnosis and monitoring of disease states. The Laboratory Coordinator assists with training and oversight of laboratory personnel as assigned and is responsible for Laboratory Information System (LIS) functions, including system file maintenance and support of the laboratory quality assurance program. This position ensures compliance with all applicable quality, safety, and regulatory standards while maintaining accuracy, efficiency, and confidentiality in all laboratory operations.

Requirements

• Associate's in MLT or Bachelor's in MT Required
• AMLT Certification or Equivalent Required within 1 year of hire

Nice To Haves

• Associate's or Bachelor's in Medical Laboratory Science Preferred
• ASCP or Equivalent preferred

Responsibilities

• Performs and demonstrates proficiency in one or more areas of the clinical laboratory.
• Exercises independent judgment and responsibility in the performance of complex laboratory testing.
• Performs diagnostic testing on patient specimens to assist physicians in the diagnosis and monitoring of disease states.
• Assists with training and oversight of laboratory personnel as assigned.
• Responsible for Laboratory Information System (LIS) functions, including system file maintenance.
• Supports the laboratory quality assurance program.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable quality, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Maintains accuracy, efficiency, and confidentiality in all laboratory operations.

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