Lead Technologist

Eurofins•Centennial, CO

25d•$29 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

In addition to and in conjunction with the employee’s existing job description and under the supervision of laboratory management, they shall perform the following activities: Serves as a resource for technologist and department management. Provides leadership in the department as an acting mentor and role model for staff. Serves as a department-related content subject matter expert. Establishes priorities in work to be done and assigns specific activities to technologist. If applicable, directs internal proficiency/competency program according to regulatory standards and operating procedures. Resolves service-related issues and coordinates information and problem solving with lab manager, staff and clients in a timely fashion. Communicates problems to supervisor. Providing input on employee performance to manager as directed for employee reviews. Oversees the operation of the laboratory which includes but is not limited to supply inventory, ordering, and maintaining the work area. Serves as a liaison for the department to other internal departments. Assists in making sure policies and procedures are followed and that training is complete for all staff members. Aides in implementing changes and corrective action to help with process improvement. Assists with personnel management including but not limited to scheduling, minor conflict resolution, training, and competency. Interfaces with auditors. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology form an accredited institution
If required by the State in which the laboratory is located, the appropriate State License to perform clinical laboratory testing
At a minimum must meet Technologist II criteria
Knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, equipment, and techniques used in the applicable department
Knowledge of the principles applicable to the facility and regulated laboratory testing industry
Ability to instruct subordinates and delegate tasks
Ability to perform assigned tasks according to prescribed procedures
Strong communication skills & analytical thinking

Responsibilities

Serves as a resource for technologist and department management
Provides leadership in the department as an acting mentor and role model for staff
Serves as a department-related content subject matter expert
Establishes priorities in work to be done and assigns specific activities to technologist
If applicable, directs internal proficiency/competency program according to regulatory standards and operating procedures
Resolves service-related issues and coordinates information and problem solving with lab manager, staff and clients in a timely fashion
Communicates problems to supervisor
Providing input on employee performance to manager as directed for employee reviews
Oversees the operation of the laboratory which includes but is not limited to supply inventory, ordering, and maintaining the work area
Serves as a liaison for the department to other internal departments
Assists in making sure policies and procedures are followed and that training is complete for all staff members
Aides in implementing changes and corrective action to help with process improvement
Assists with personnel management including but not limited to scheduling, minor conflict resolution, training, and competency
Interfaces with auditors
Other duties as assigned