Lee Memorial Health System

Chemistry Technical Specialist - Regional Lab

Lee Memorial Health System$76K — $95K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Chemistry, Biology, or related field
  • Minimum two years of bench experience in Chemistry within a clinical lab
  • Certification as Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or Medical Technologist (MT) from ASCP or equivalent
  • Valid Clinical Laboratory Supervisor license in Florida
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

  • Oversee technical and regulatory functions for Chemistry testing
  • Coordinate activities and resources of the Chemistry technical staff
  • Collaborate with management to develop and implement lab policies
  • Create and conduct training programs to ensure staff competence
  • Develop and enforce quality control programs for lab procedures
  • Monitor quality indicators and compliance with regulations
  • Act as a technical resource for laboratory and nursing staff on Chemistry testing

Benefits

  • Full-time employment with a structured shift schedule
  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Strong emphasis on teamwork and collaboration
  • Participation in performance improvement initiatives
  • Supportive management in developing policies and best practices
Full Job Description
Location: Lee Health - 2776 Cleveland Ave Fort Myers FL 33901

Department: Lab - General

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate: $36.70 - $45.88 / hour

Summary

Responsible for overseeing the technical and regulatory functions related to Chemistry testing at the Regional Laboratory. Coordinates activities of the technical staff in the Chemistry department and allocates available resources to ensure efficient and effective operations. Works closely with the Clinical Laboratory Manager and laboratory leadership team in the development and implementation of policies and procedures for Chemistry testing. Develops and coordinates training programs and ensures competence of staff. Develops and implements quality control programs to ensure reliability of testing procedures, proper function of equipment, and compliance with applicable state and federal regulations. Monitors quality control and quality indicators. Acts as a technical resource for laboratory and nursing staff for Chemistry testing. Identifies opportunities for performance improvement and cost containment. Performs clinical laboratory testing for all patient types in a timely, efficient, and accurate manner. Promotes excellent customer service and interacts courteously with providers, nurses, and other customers as a representative of the laboratory.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor's degree in medical technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Chemistry, Biology, or related science required.

Experience: Minimum of two years' bench experience in Chemistry, in a clinical laboratory setting, required.

Certification: Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or Medical Technologist (MT) from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification, or equivalent from the American Medical Technologists (AMT) required.

License: State of Florida Department of Health, Clinical Laboratory Supervisor required.

Other: Must demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrates and promotes teamwork, cooperation, and excellent customer service skills. Requires strong analytical skills, good time management skills, and the ability to solve problems.

US:FL:Fort Myers

About Lee Memorial Health System

Lee Memorial Health System is a non-profit healthcare organization that provides a range of medical services to patients in Southwest Florida. The organization operates several hospitals, outpatient centers, and clinics, and offers a variety of medical specialties, including cardiology, oncology, neurology, and pediatrics. Lee Memorial Health System was founded in 1916 and is headquartered in Fort Myers, Florida.
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