Lab Technical Coordinator Microbiology and Send Outs-Full-time Days
Core
Coordinates laboratory operations, quality control, and staff training for a designated microbiology section while performing complex bench testing.
Role type
Senior Lab Technical Coordinator (Microbiology) (via careerplan.io/jobs/744000153506931-lab-technical-coordinator-microbiology-and-send-outs-full-time-days-at-northwestern-memori)
Builds
Laboratory testing services and quality assurance protocols
Domain
Healthcare / Clinical Laboratory
Required skills
Microbiology bench testing, Quality Control (QC) and Quality Assurance (QA), SOP development, Staff training and competency assessment, Inventory management, LIS maintenance, Regulatory compliance (CAP, TJC, AABB), Budgeting and supply chain coordination
Preferred skills
5+ years clinical lab experience, Technical specialty expertise, Professional association leadership
Technologies
Laboratory Information System (LIS), Automated time recording systems
Responsibilities
Perform complex microbiological testing and report results; Review and verify QC/QA records and coordinate corrective actions; Develop and maintain SOPs; Train and evaluate staff competency; Manage inventory and supply requests; Coordinate equipment maintenance and repair; Assist in budgeting and financial reporting; Ensure compliance with hospital and accrediting agency regulations.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management support