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Laboratory Technical Coordinator

CHI Saint Joseph Health System Lexington, Kentucky
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The posted compensation range of $29.02 - $42.08 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Requisition ID 2024-386323 Employment Type Full Time Department Laboratory Services Hours/Pay Period 80 Shift Day Weekly Schedule 6:00a - 2:30p Remote No Category Laboratory
Overview

Welcome to Saint Joseph Hospital, a 433-bed hospital founded in 1877 by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth as the first Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. Led by Sister Euphrasia Stafford, the mission to provide compassionate care to the poor and underserved is still carried out today. Saint Joseph Hospital holds over two dozen national ranks and recognitions and is recognized as a 2024 Best Place to Work in Kentucky.

Whether you are an experienced healthcare professional or working toward that, we invite you to experienceHello Humankindness with us! CHI Saint Joseph Health provides you with the same level of care you provide for others. We care about our team members well-being and offer benefits that complement work/life balance such as:

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs with matching
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Mental Health resources for you and your family
  • Wellness Program with rewards up to $450
  • Tuition Reimbursement for future career growth and development
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Voluntary Protection: Accident, Critical Illness, Identify Theft and Pet Insurance
  • Short and Long Term Disability 
  • Free Premium Membership to Care.com with preloaded credits to support adult and child care needs
  • Employer Discounts
  • Relocation Assistance*
  • Employee Referral Bonuses up to $7,500*
  • Sign-on Bonuses up to $10,000*
  • Education Assistance (student loan payoff) up to $24,000*

*for eligible hires


Learn more about Saint Joseph Hospital and its awards and recognitions here:Saint Joseph Hospital


Responsibilities

****This position will be in the Blood Bank Section****

Job Summary / Purpose

Oversees laboratory personnel and operations in one or more laboratory sectionsto ensure compliance and quality in accordance with laboratory work process. Responsible for the technical and scientific oversight of the clinical or pathology laboratory department.

Essential Key Job Responsibilities

  1. Coaches laboratory personnel to train for adherence to relevant policies and ethics 
  2. Oversees most laboratory day-to-day operations and exercises authority over operational decisions 
  3. Analyzes and interprets laboratory results in accordance with established laboratory work processes 
  4. Administers laboratory inventories such as supplies, equipment and consumables 
  5. Assists with selection of test methodology that is appropriate for the laboratory use of the test results 
  6. Verification of the test procedures performed and establishment of the laboratory's test performance characteristics, including the precision and accuracy of each test and test system
  7. Performance within an HHS approved proficiency testing program commensurate with the services offered
  8. Administration of  a quality control program appropriate for the testing performed and establishing the parameters for acceptable levels of analytic performance and ensuring that these levels are maintained throughout the entire testing process from the initial receipt of the specimen, through sample analysis and reporting of test results
  9. Trains staff in and assists with the resolution of technical problems and ensuring that remedial actions are taken whenever test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications
  10. Ensuring that patient test results are not reported until all corrective actions have been taken and the test system is functioning properly
  11. Identifying training needs and assuring that each individual performing tests receives regular in-service training and education appropriate for the type and complexity of the laboratory services performed
  12. Qualify and function as the CLIA defined Technical Consultant. Evaluating the competency of all testing personnel and assuring that the staff maintain their competency to perform test procedures and report test results promptly, accurately and proficiently

The job summary and responsibilities listed above are designed to indicate the general nature of the work performed within this job. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.


Qualifications

Required Education

Bachelor of Science degree in a chemical or biological science as defined by CLIA.

Required experience

2 years clinical lab experience in the designed lab area/speciality

Preferred licensure and certifications

Clinical Laboratory departments (AU750000):

MT or CLS or MLS certification, ASCP or equivalent (per requirement sheet)

Pathology Laboratory department (AU 752000):

CT or HTL  certification required, ASCP or equivalent

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training

Skilled multi-tasker, clear communicator, and active listener who knows the right questions to in order to understand the teams’ needs.

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

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Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.

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