Lab Coordinator - Per Diem

Hackensack Meridian Health•Neptune, NJ

12d•$784

About The Position

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change. The Lab Coordinator is responsible for the day to day operations of assigned sections or shifts; carries out management responsibilities in accordance with the organization policy and applicable laws.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology/Medical Lab Science or a related biological science.
A minimum 5 years experience in a hospital-based medical laboratory
Basic lab skills including laboratory math for dilutions and concentration techniques.
Ability to operate basic lab equipment including centrifuges, incubators, microscopes, pipettors, and spectrophotometer.
Phlebotomy skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a hospital based medical laboratory science program.
ASCP and/or CLS(NCA) Certification.

Responsibilities

Testing Programs: Design and implement a comprehensive, standardized student laboratory program for the FMCSMLS.
Clinical Operations: Oversees data management systems and all student laboratory instrumentation.
Instrument Responsibilities: Troubleshoots instrumentation failures.
Policies and Procedures: Coordinates the implementation of new administrative protocols, policies and procedures
Regulatory Compliance: Properly organizes and maintains all documentation pertaining to QC for Point of Care testings. Maintains SOP manuals to meet regulatory requirements.
Properly organizes and maintains all documentation pertaining to NAACLS reaccreditation.
Maintains manuals to meet accreditation requirements.
Manages and/or assists in the recruitment, development and supervision of students.
Creates and sustains an environment that fosters student engagement.
Establishes clear objectives tied to school and/or organizational strategic goals.
Coaches, counsels and evaluates performance of students.
Track, analyze, and report on relevant data and metrics as needed and/or requested.
Develop, recommend and/or implement actions or process improvements as appropriate.
Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.