Clinical Laboratory Team Leader - Chemistry
Raritan, New Jersey, 08869, USA
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- clinical laboratory
- chemistry team leader
- laboratory operations
The Clinical Laboratory Team Leader - Chemistry leads daily operations in a clinical chemistry lab, ensuring accurate testing, quality control, and employee training. The role requires managing laboratory instruments, processing specimens, and maintaining compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in a relevant science field, four years of technologist experience, and preferably supervisory experience and professional certifications.
$5,000 Sign-On Bonus ( External Candidates Only )
Work Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday 12:00 am-8:30 am Alt Saturdays 11:30 pm - 8:00 am
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.
Job Duties/Responsibilities
- Assist the supervisor with the day to day operations of the Chemistry department
- Send daily, weekly and monthly production 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
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements
- Minimum 4 years of experience as a Technologist is required
- ASCP and/or AMT Certifications are a plus
- 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
If you're looking for a career that offers opportunities for growth, continual development, professional challenge and the chance to make a real difference, apply today!
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