Beth Israel Lahey Health·Needham, Alabama
Responsible for maintaining functional laboratory sections to meet patient care needs while ensuring quality of work. Performs and monitors testing procedures and maintains compliance with CAP, Joint Commission, CLIA, and AABB regulations.
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Under the direction of the Lab Manager, Lab Supervisors and Chief of Pathology, is responsible for maintaining a functional laboratory section (s) to meet the needs of patient care. Upholds the policies of the laboratory and ensures the quality of the work, while maintaining a pleasant and efficient work atmosphere.
Performs and monitors testing procedures.
Performs monitors the quality control and quality assurance programs on an on going basis.
Always adheres to safety and infection control procedures.
Responsible for ensuring station (s) is in compliance with CAP, Joint Commission, CLIA and AABB regulations.
Associate's degree in Medical Laboratory or Life Sciences required. Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory or Life Sciences preferred.
0-1 years related work experience required.
Experience with computer systems required, including web based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access.
Certification as Medical Technologist by ASCP (or equivalent national certifying agency) or recent graduate eligible for certification
Ability to make decisions that are guided by general instructions and practices requiring some interpretation. May make recommendations for solving problems of moderate complexity and importance.
Ability to address problems that are varied, requiring analysis or interpretation of the situation using direct observation, knowledge and skills based on general precedents.
Ability to follow precedents and procedures. May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines. Seeks assistance when confronted with difficult and/or unpredictable situations. Work progress is monitored by supervisor/manager.
Ability to summarize and communicate in English moderately complex information in varied written formats to internal and external customers.
Ability to comprehend and communicate complex verbal information in English to medical center staff, patients, families and external customers.
Ability to demonstrate full working knowledge of standard concepts, practices, procedures and policies with the ability to use them in varied situations.
Ability to work collaboratively in small teams to improve the operations of immediate work group by offering ideas, identifying issues, and respecting team members.
Ability to provide a high level of customer service to patients, visitors, staff and external customers in a professional, service-oriented, respectful manner using skills in active listening and problem solving. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
BID Needham will pay a $4,000 bonus (in two payments over 12 months) to hired candidates for this position. Candidates will receive $2,000 on the pay date following 30 days of hire; and, another $2,000 on the pay date following 12 month of service in the role.
· Employees applying internally from within BID Needham or another BILH entity are not eligible for this signing bonus program.
· Re-hires may receive signing bonuses if they terminated their employment with BID Needham more than a year before new hire date. This includes students, volunteers and interns who have worked (paid or unpaid) at BID Needham.
· New employees must be in good standing at the bonus payout dates to receive payout.
· Candidates who are referred by a current employee will receive their bonus as part of the employee referral program.
· Bonus eligible jobs are subject to change based on the hospital's hiring needs and will be determined by Human Resources on an ongoing basis. HR reserves the right to change the bonus eligible jobs at any time. Additionally, all payouts are subject to standard state and federal tax withholdings and are processed through payroll.
$38.52 - $51.84
The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth israel lahey health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (Flu) as a condition of employment.
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Requires an Associate's degree in Medical Laboratory or Life Sciences and 0-1 years of related experience. Certification as a Medical Technologist by ASCP or eligibility for certification is preferred.
Market context
Operations roles in Alabama healthcare settings often stay tied to steady lab and clinical workflow needs, especially where facilities rely on trained staff to keep testing and reporting moving. These jobs can be competitive because employers look for candidates with a relevant science degree, ASCP-approved clinical training, and preferred ASCP registration, plus practical laboratory technology competency. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform, then compare your training against the ASCP and lab-tech expectations before applying.