The Dickinson County Healthcare System seeks a full-time Microbiology Team Lead in Iron Mountain, Michigan.
This position oversees quality and workflow of the department along with assisting with evaluating and implementing new methods and instruments, and reviewing maintenance records, quality control, calibrations and analytical results.
RESPONSIBILITIES.
- Perform, document and evaluate quality control.
- Maintain technical competency in the lab.
- Provide coverage in all areas of the lab as needed and/or during staffing shortages.
- Assist with proficiency testing oversight, method and analyte validation; review data with staff.
- Assist with customer service to lab clients; assure that testing, reporting and lab services are accurate and efficient.
- Assure technical policies/procedures are reviewed and maintained; provide input in development of policies/procedures
- Evaluate new methodologies, instrumentation, work flow and processes.
WAGE/BENEFITS. Starting pay of $20.49 - $38.32 per hour based on education, certification and experience plus a $6,000 sign-on bonus. In addition, position offers medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, paid time off (sick, vacation) and life insurance.
SCHEDULE. This is a full-time position generally working Monday-Friday 5am-1pm, 6am-2pm, 7am-3pm, or as assigned; the Team Leader participates in the weekend rotation schedule.
MINIMUM AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS.
- Associate’s Degree or higher in medical technology, medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science or in a related science (e.g., laboratory sciences such as chemistry, biochemistry, biology, microbiology, immunology, etc.).
- MLT Certification through the ASCP, or eligibility to become certified.
- 2 years of clinical lab experience preferred.
- Supervisory experience preferred.
- Ability to manage a diverse workload and prioritize tasks.
- Exceptional customer service skills with a professional demeanor that ensures trust, competence and compassion amongst team members.
- Ability to successfully pass a pre-hire drug screening and background check.
SOUND LIKE YOU? Take the next step and apply online at dchs.hirescore.com