Technical Lab Trainer

Quest Diagnostics•Bangor, ME

1d•$84,397•Onsite

About The Position

Technical Lab Trainer - Bangor, ME Monday - Friday 8:00AM - 5:00PM Department: Lab Support Quest Diagnostics is hiring a Technical Lab Trainer in Bangor, ME. This role is a hospital-based position at Northern Lights Hospital. Pay range: Minimum of $84,397+ per year Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation. Benefits information: We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include: Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours Best-in-class well-being programs Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness® healthyMINDS mental health program Vacation and Health/Flex Time 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off FinFit financial coaching and services 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service Employee stock purchase plan Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option Flexible Spending Accounts Annual incentive plans Matching gifts program Education assistance through MyQuest for Education Career advancement opportunities and so much more! The Technical Trainer is responsible for training all employees on the various platforms and job duties within the technical department, including quality, quality principles, performance improvement and compliance issues. The trainer is responsible for providing input to supervisors regarding the employee's progress, competency, and performance review. May also conduct process and compliance audits. Will be responsible for maintaining quality of service to clients by conducting training of new hires and existing employees on an on-going basis. The ability to train for the skills necessary to progress on the various platforms in the department is required. It is most important for the incumbent in this position to possess a strong technical knowledge of the various platforms in the department as well as possess strong training skills. Must also demonstrate the ability to learn and understand the skills and processes that will be taught. Internal candidates must demonstrate a desire to excel to this position by attending external classes related to training.

Requirements

Minimum of five years clinical experience with two years in present department
Handles multiple tasks, able to multi-task and working in a production environment.
Maintains composure while working with new trainees and experienced employees that are difficult to train.
Reflects good judgment at all times when determining what action to take when resolving problems.
Must be able to work flexible hours including nights and weekends.
Excellent communication, presentation and computer skills are required.
Demonstrates strong leadership and interpersonal skills that fosters a positive environment.
Exhibits flexibility and be able to adapt to changes in procedures and the training of those procedures quickly.
Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology, Biology or Chemistry or Associates Degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Technology preferred

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 3 years of supervisory/ managerial experience preferred.
Experience conducting and designing one on one, group and on-the-job training desired.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the effective planning, development and coordination of the employee training program including pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical functions.
Ensures that the department has the necessary skills and competencies to meet its needs.
Provides and facilitates training development programs for new and existing employees, using a variety of methods such as classroom training, demonstrations, on the job training, meetings and workshops.
Evaluates the success of the learning experience and makes appropriate improvements.
Responsible for providing Supervisors with appropriate feedback when problems arise including progress reports on all new employees.
Works with the supervisors to define minimum skills proficiencies for critical positions and developing a process for evaluating training curricula to make training recommendations to department management.
Conduct follow-up training to determine transfer of learning and effectiveness of the training.
Develop and organize training manuals, multimedia visual aids, and other educational materials.
Leads training for Best Practice Team initiatives.
Participate in staff competency assessments and corrective action plan.
MAINTAINS CONFIDENTIALITY AT ALL TIMES. Will have access to overall employee and department performance. May have knowledge related to departmental performance that could be detrimental if released to the wrong environment.
Demonstrates proficiency and understanding of all job duties and SOP’s related to the technical Department.
Completes all required written documentation, legibly and within the assigned timeframe.
Adheres to and applies all Quest Diagnostics policies and procedures, including safety and compliance during training sessions.
Participates in department meetings, and company training sessions (i.e. compliance).
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
Best-in-class well-being programs
Annual, no-cost health assessment program
Blueprint for Wellness® healthyMINDS mental health program
Vacation and Health/Flex Time
6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
FinFit financial coaching and services
401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
Employee stock purchase plan
Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
Flexible Spending Accounts
Annual incentive plans
Matching gifts program
Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
Career advancement opportunities and so much more!