Lead Laboratory Technologist
About The Position
Following prescribed procedures, performing any of the tests within any of the laboratory specialties. Calculating the results of the tests performed, if necessary. Operating, calibrating, conducting performance checks, and maintaining any laboratory analyzers or equipment. Recognizing and correcting basic analyzer malfunctions; Notifying management personnel when appropriate. Preparing reagents or media from a prescribed procedure. Evaluating media, reagents, and calibrators according to established criteria. Conducting established quality control procedures on analytical tests, equipment, reagents, media, and products. Evaluating results of quality control and implements corrective action when indicated. Determining performance specifications for new methods. Confirming and verifying results through knowledge of techniques, principles, and analyzers. Monitoring quality assurance/continuous improvement programs. Monitoring safety programs in compliance with laboratory regulations. Utilizes laboratory information systems or other methods to accurately and effectively report patient results. Writing laboratory procedures conforming to standardized format. Reporting test results conforming to established procedures.
Requirements
- Ability to work in a high stress, high volume environment
- Knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, equipment, and techniques of medical technology
- Knowledge of the principles of chemistry, biology, and bacteriology as related to medical technology
- Some knowledge of recent developments in the field of medical technology
- Previous sterility experience
- Ability to instruct subordinate technologist in areas of medical laboratory testing
- Ability to perform assigned tasks according to prescribed procedures and to make accurate observations and records of tests results
- Skill in the use of medical laboratory equipment
- Analytical thinking and communication skills
- Advanced computer, scientific, mathematical, and organizational skills
- Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
- Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies
Nice To Haves
- Microbiology experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Following prescribed procedures, performing any of the tests within any of the laboratory specialties
- Calculating the results of the tests performed, if necessary
- Operating, calibrating, conducting performance checks, and maintaining any laboratory analyzers or equipment
- Recognizing and correcting basic analyzer malfunctions; Notifying management personnel when appropriate
- Preparing reagents or media from a prescribed procedure
- Evaluating media, reagents, and calibrators according to established criteria
- Conducting established quality control procedures on analytical tests, equipment, reagents, media, and products
- Evaluating results of quality control and implements corrective action when indicated
- Determining performance specifications for new methods
- Confirming and verifying results through knowledge of techniques, principles, and analyzers
- Monitoring quality assurance/continuous improvement programs
- Monitoring safety programs in compliance with laboratory regulations
- Utilizes laboratory information systems or other methods to accurately and effectively report patient results
- Writing laboratory procedures conforming to standardized format
- Reporting test results conforming to established procedures
Benefits
- comprehensive medical coverage
- dental, and vision options
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation and holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
