Clinical Laboratory Team Leader

This position offers a $5,000 sign on bonus. (External Candidates Only)

The work schedule for this position is ­­­Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 7:00pm - 7:30am (Paid for 40 hours)

Are you an experienced clinical laboratory professional looking for a 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 Westborough, MA. 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".

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Assist the supervisor with the day to day operations of the department
• Direct and manage the daily workflow of specimens throughout the laboratory
• Assist with training of new hires and development of current employees
• Mentor other technologists by demonstrating a strong work ethic, providing constructive criticism, and responding to questions
• Keep supervisor informed of group progress, problems, employee performance and any significant factors affecting assigned responsibilities
• Alert supervisor immediately to any concerns/questions regarding sample and assay quality or integrity
• Perform molecular-based procedures with a high degree of quality and in accordance with established protocols (i.e. Sanger Sequencing, Next Generation Sequencing, RT-PCR, Fragment Analysis, PCR, Gel Electrophoresis, MLPA)
• 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
• Participate in verification and validation studies for process improvements, new equipment, and new technology transfer
• Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary
• Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements
• Minimum 6 years of experience as a Medical Technologist
• ASCP Certification is a plus
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience is preferred
• 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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