Lead Medical Lab Technician

Bon Secours
US - Virginia - Petersburg
July 4, 2024

Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours!Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Lead Medical Lab Technician assists physicians and other specialists by performing all aspects of testing on blood, tissue, and other bodily fluids, the results of which can then be used to diagnose and treat patients. In addition, performs additional duties in daily operations of the lab or in areas of expertise (discipline) such as training, safety, or instrument super user.

Essential Job Functions

•Performs routine, moderate, and highly complex laboratory diagnostic tests.

•Confirms test results and provides the physician with data necessary to determine the presence, extent, cause, and treatment of disease.

•Follows quality control programs, assuring the accuracy and reliability of test results.

•Monitors, maintains, and troubleshoots laboratory instruments and equipment.

•Assists with training of new employees and students in the use of lab equipment and testing procedures.

•Performs computer function on both Lab Information Systems (LIS) and Hospital Information Systems (HIS).

•Participates in continuing education in respective areas of expertise.

•Performs, records, and evaluates Quality Control

•Assists with inventory control and maintaining supply levels for the department.

•Maintains compliance of their section with all appropriate agencies (CAP, TJC, OSHA, CLIA).

•Completes schedules for department and updates time/schedule as necessary for daily operations.

•Responsible for achieving desired fiscal performance.

•Submits and reviews The College of American Pathologists (CAP) proficiency testing.

•Assumes manager's duties and responsibilities in their absence.

•Provides recommendations for process improvement

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

MLT Medical Laboratory Technician Certification or eligible by a nationally recognized certification agency (preferably ASCP) (required)

Education

Must have one of the following:

Associates, Medical Lab Technology

Completed at least 60 semester hours (including six hours of chemistry and six of biology) of academic credit from a college or university accredited by a recognized regional or national accreditation agency and have successfully completed a medical lab technician program by a nationally accredited agency

Completed a 50-week U.S. military medical laboratory training course within the past ten years

Work Experience

4 years experience in a clinical laboratory setting (required)

5 years experience in a clinical laboratory setting (preferred)

2 years leadership experience (preferred)

Training

None

Skills

Active Listening

Service Orientation

Coordination

Verbal and Written Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Customer Service

Organization

Time Management

Keyboarding

Microsoft Office

Telephone Skills

Lab Information Systems

Laboratory Diagnostic Tests

Analyze data

Laboratory equipment

Quality assurance and control

Chemistry

Biology

Phlebotomy

Patient care

Leadership Skills

Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more

• Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Work Shift:
Days/Afternoons (United States of America)

Department:
Laboratory - Remote Site - Southside RMC - Petersburg

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health- Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email ***. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at ***.

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