Technical Coordinator - Banner Baywood (Evening Shift)

Overview Primary City/State: Mesa, Arizona Department Name: Lab-BBMC Work Shift: Evening Job Category: Lab Starting pay rate: starting at $33.33 per hour Responsibilities Performs all duties of MLT/MLS duties as defined by the department, at a high level of competency. Provides operational leadership and workflow oversight to the section/shift. Integrates comprehensive technical knowledge and clinical relevance into daily activity for the department. Responsible for complex problem solving of technical, computer, interdepartmental and quality issues. Under the direction of the Supervisor and/or Technical Director, responsible for implementation of system technical initiatives in their area of responsibility. Provides onsite supervision in the absence of section supervisor (determines schedules, manages day-to-day workflow, and provides input into assessments or disciplinary actions). Focuses on quality by reviewing records and assuring performance of all quality control and assurance procedures. Ensures that quality control and instrumentation maintenance records are kept and documentation meets standards of accrediting and licensing agencies. Assists with the implementation of new QC/QA policies and continuous quality improvement programs in accordance with the Quality System. Participates in department and LSA/SQL System quality assurance activities. Monitors and ensures compliance with accrediting agency and regulatory requirements for the laboratory. Participates in preparation for on-site accrediting processes. Monitors, recognizes opportunities for improvement, and participates in improving the financial performance of the department and the SQL/LSA System to decrease costs, increase productivity, and improve service. Monitors inventory and brings related issues forward for prompt resolution. Assists with cost analysis models. Assists with basic personnel oversight including participation in selection, training, development, and coaching under the direction of the Supervisor or appropriate Director. Assists in new employee orientation, training and competency. Provides input for competency and annual assessments for employees in appropriate time frames. Actively involved in implementing and ensuring staff completion of competency program requirements. Self-directed and motivated to contribute to projects and department initiatives. Coordinates and participates in at least two special projects per year within the department or SQL/LSA System. Serves as a resource communication liaison for on-site and System issues. Provides access to other System resources when appropriate. Works closely with on-site management to integrate the area into other activities on-site. Interacts with co-workers with an emphasis on teamwork and customer service. Demonstrates preceptor and coaching skills and promotes a constructive environment that encourages learning and development. Demonstrates appropriate verbal and written communication skills. Minimum Qualifications Technical Coordinator I: Associate degree in a medical laboratory technology, medical laboratory science or clinical laboratory science with four (4) years of laboratory training or experience in nonwaived testing, in the designated specialty/sub-specialty area OR Bachelor's degree in chemical or biological science with two (2) years of laboratory training or experience in nonwaived testing, in the designated specialty/sub-specialty area. Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF or other nationally recognized credentialing agency for review to determine eligibility. For certain specialty disciplines ONLY (Toxicology, HLA, HCTT, etc.) where no certification is available from a certifying agency, a bachelor's degree with two (2) years of experience in that discipline is required. Technical Coordinator II: Bachelor's Degree in medical laboratory science/medical technology, OR Bachelor's degree in chemical or biological science with transcripts may be reviewed to determine eligibility AND certification (MLS or categorical). Two (2) years' experience in nonwaived testing in the designated specialty/sub-specialty area. Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF or other nationally recognized credentialing agency for review to determine eligibility. For certain specialty disciplines ONLY (Toxicology, HLA, HCTT, etc.) where no certification is available from a certifying agency, a bachelor's degree with four (4) years of experience in that discipline is required. Preferred Qualifications Additional related education and/or experience. EEO Statement EEO/Disabled/Veterans Our organization supports a drug-free work environment. Privacy Policy: Privacy Policy #J-18808-Ljbffr Sonora Quest Laboratories