Clinical Laboratory Scientist Lead Coordinator

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Organization:
SLH-Sutter Lakeside Hospital

Position Overview:
Job Profile Summary
Monitors, assesses, organizes and coordinates the daily activities of co-workers to ensure a smooth and continuous Laboratory workflow overall, or within an assigned area. Duties routinely include staff scheduling, arranging coverage for staff absences, assigning work, prioritizing work, directing problem-solving and troubleshooting, ensuring shift-to-shift continuity, and managing customer complaints or inquiries. Plays a lead role in the development and implementation of new policies, procedures and protocols to streamline workflow, improve efficiency, and enhance the safety and reliability of testing. Trains and assesses the competency of co-workers. Provides guidance and direction to staff, enabling the accurate, timely and efficient completion of instrument maintenance, quality control, non-conforming event management and records management. Provides constructive feedback and recognition to peers, reinforcing Sutter's values and focusing the team's efforts on providing safe, reliable care. Serves as the liaison between Clinical Laboratory Manager and staff, physicians, patients, family and other hospital staff, leading communication huddles and other structured team meetings (e.g., Daily Engagement). Routinely performs all duties of a Clinical Laboratory Scientist, in one or more areas of the Laboratory. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure patient privacy and maintain the highest level of safety and reliability in testing. Specialty licensed leads may only work in the department where they have their license.

Job Description:
EDUCATION
Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.
Bachelors: a physical, chemical or biological science from a college or university accredited by the Western Association of Schools or Colleges or equivalent education/experience

CERTIFICATION LICENSURE
CLSL-Licensed Clinical Lab Scientist
ORCA discipline specific license.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:

• Current experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist.
• Experience operating and maintaining automated laboratory analyzers.
• Prior experience in a technical coordinator or lead position.
• Experience in quality assurance, technical writing and coordination of proficiency surveys.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of Microsoft applications such as Word and EXCEL
• Knowledge of theory and test application of clinical chemistry, hematology/microscopy and coagulation are required.
• Knowledge of transfusion services.
• Requires organization, attention to detail, accuracy, multi-tasking, decisive judgment and the ability to work with frequent interruptions and minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a demanding, fast-paced environment balancing multiple priorities and take appropriate actions in challenging situations.
• Ability to identify problems, prioritize, problem solve.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Knowledge of English language w/strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize, problem solve and meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Basic keyboarding and computer skills.
• Basic math skills demonstrating accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to gather data to complete reports on a timely basis.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Job Shift:
Days

Schedule:
Full Time

Shift Hours:
10

Days of the Week:
Variable

Weekend Requirements:
Rotating Weekends

Benefits:
Yes

Unions:
Yes

Position Status:
Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:
40

Employee Status:
Regular
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employerEOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $59.98 to $74.56 / hour
The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.