LabCorp is seeking a Technical Consultant to join our team
Houston, TX.Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.
Job Responsibilities- Assisting in overseeing the technical component of the laboratory to ensure that patient results are reported reliably, including reviewing AMR studies and instrument comparisons
- Working with the Technical Director and Technical Supervisors to ensure accuracy for all testing in the lab, including instrument performance and identifying root causes when issues arise
- Provide additional technical support to Technical Director and Technical Supervisors as needed (e.g. validations, verification)
- Accurately responds to client inquires that are technical in nature and escalate, as needed
- Effectively communicates with clients, physicians, nurses, and LabCorp staff and provides technical expertise, as needed
- Projects credibility and builds rapport with medical doctors/LabCorp clients, providing quick/accurate responses to inquires
- Assists in the review, interpretation, and reporting of complex and routine test results
- Shares experiences and ideas on technical improvements
- Adheres to laboratory policies and procedures
- Assist with other special projects, as needed
Minimum Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in a Chemical or Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology
- 5 years or more of clinical laboratory experience in a CLIA, CAP laboratory environment
Preferred Qualification:- Current or prior Labcorp experience
- ASCP or AMT certification
Additional Job Standards- Have demonstrated hands-on experience with laboratory procedures
- Familiarity with LCLS, LCWS, SIS, eAssist, and other Labcorp IT systems
- Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office and EP Evaluator
- Demonstrated proficiency in the Department Name along with strong knowledge of scientific concepts and effective clinical practices/procedures
- Excellent technical and problem solving skills
- Discretion in handling confidential information
- Able to pass a standardized color blindness test
- The position requires the candidate to be extremely organized. Working to tight deadlines, flexibility in approach, exceptional communication skills and attention to detail are essential.
Benefits: 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. For more detailed information, please click here.
