Clinical Laboratory Team Leader - Chemistry

Job Title and Location

Lead Clinical Laboratory Professional – Dell Seton Medical Center, Austin, TX.

Shift 1, 4x10 hours. Weekdays, 7:00am to 5:30pm;
Rotating weekends.

• 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.

• Associate’s degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology.
• 2 years or more of experience as a Technologist/Technician.

• Bachelor’s degree.
• ASCP and/or AMT Certifications.
• 1 year or more of experience supervising or leading a team.

• Non-traditional degrees with applicable science credits that meet CLIA standards may satisfy education requirement.
• Understanding of laboratory operations, 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.
• Comfortable making decisions in a changing environment.
• Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position.
• Able to pass a standardized color blindness test.

• 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.
• Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan.
• Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO.

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