Specimen Processing Team Lead

Labcorp•Lawrenceville, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Specimen Processing Team Lead to join their team in Lawrenceville, NJ. This role involves assisting in the supervision of daily operations, leading the team in processes and procedures, and preparing laboratory specimens for analysis and testing. The position also focuses on encouraging process improvements, performing quality assurance checks, resolving production errors, and engaging in continuous service level improvements. Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing insights and answers to healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies, and health systems. They advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation, and address global health challenges through science, data, technology, and a laboratory network. The company is committed to improving health and lives by leveraging advanced technologies and intelligent digital solutions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED or equivalent
3 years or more experience in lab, accessioning, data entry or production
Strong computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Excellent communication skills; both written and verbal
High level of attention to detail with strong organizational and prioritization skills
Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to make decisions in a fast paced environment
Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position
Familiarity with laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures
Able to pass a standardized color blindness test

Nice To Haves

Associates degree
4 years or more experience working in a clinical laboratory
1 year or more experience as a people leader

Responsibilities

Assist in the supervision of the day to day operations of the Department Name department
Help lead the team in their daily processes and procedures
Assist with preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis and testing
Oversee routing of specimens to their respective prep areas
Encourage process improvements and best practices
Perform quality assurance checks to ensure efficiency and accuracy
Resolve any production errors as requested by management
Research and resolve any production errors while escalating when necessary
Engage in continuous process and service level improvements
Perform quality assurance checks to ensure efficiency and accuracy
Responsible for enforcing and managing policies and procedures
Perform administrative duties as needed