Specimen Processing Team Lead

LabCorp•Tupelo, MS

73d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you detail oriented, process focused, and enjoy leading others? Are you looking for an industry leading company that offers growth and stability? LabCorp is seeking a Support Services Team Leader to join our team in Tupelo, MS. In this position, you will work in a fast paced, customer focused, and challenging environment, and will be a part of our overall mission at LabCorp: "Improving Health, Improving Lives". Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 2pm-11pm Work Location: Tupelo, MS Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only. For more detailed information, please click here.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
3 years of relevant experience; preferably in a clinical laboratory
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

Nice To Haves

Prior leadership experience is a plus
Familiarity with laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures is preferred

Responsibilities

Assist in the supervision of the day to day operations of the Accessioning 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