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Lab Services Team Leader - Microbiology

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Labcorp

2021-12-04 02:00:01

Job location Knoxville, Tennessee, United States

Job type: fulltime

Job industry: Science & Technology

Job description

This position includes a $3,000 Sign-On Bonus! (External candidates only)

Are you an experienced clinical laboratory professional looking for leadership opportunity? 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 Clinical Laboratory Team Leader to join our team in Knoxville, TN. 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" as we combat the COVID-19 pandemic.

The shift for this position is: Monday - Friday 2:00 pm - 10:30 pm, and alternating weekends

Job Duties/Responsibilities

  • Assist the supervisor with the day to day operations of the Microbiology department
  • Send daily, weekly and monthly productions reports to management
  • Assist with the training of new hires and the development of current employees
  • Keep supervisor informed of group progress, problems, employee performance and any significant factors affecting assigned responsibilities
  • Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria
  • Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to SOPs
  • Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality
  • Prepare, test and evaluate new reagents or controls
  • Report accurate and timely test results in order to deliver quality patient care
  • Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures
  • Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary
  • Assist with processing of specimens when needed
  • Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment
  • Associates or Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or a Science related major
  • Minimum 3 years of experience as a Medical Technologist/Technician
  • ASCP and/or AMT Certifications are a plus
  • MT or MLT Tennessee State License is highly preferred
  • Prior supervisory or leadership experience is a plus
  • Understanding of laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures
  • Proficient with Laboratory Information Systems and Microsoft Office
  • Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
  • High level of attention to detail with strong organizational skills
  • Comfortability making decisions in a changing environment
  • Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position

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