Laboratory Team Lead - Microbiology

Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, as well as a clinic system with primary care clinics located in Minneapolis and across Hennepin County. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of clinics in the North Loop, Whittier, and East Lake Street neighborhoods of Minneapolis, and in the suburban communities of Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Anthony Village. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care, and operates a research institute, philanthropic foundation, and Hennepin EMS. The system is operated by Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc., a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County. Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and working in an environment that celebrates, promotes, and protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to bringing in individuals with new cultural perspectives to assist in creating a more equitable healthcare organization. SUMMARY We are seeking a Laboratory Team Lead to join our Microbiology team. This full time role will work days, including every 4th weekend. Under general supervision, performs clinical laboratory testing of moderate to highly complex difficulty while evaluating, correlating and interpreting clinical laboratory test results. The Team Lead is responsible for assisting the daily operations including, but not limited to, staffing assignments and technical duties as assigned. RESPONSIBILITIES Collaborates with other sections/departments to create systems and problem solving for ongoing issues that impact patient care Must be competent in work areas as defined by their section, and perform these duties the majority of the time Performs and monitors quality control processes, establishes and monitors quality assurance and recordkeeping systems Participates in quality improvement programs, including workflow efficiencies, according to standard operating procedures to ensure accuracy and validity of test results Performs calibration, maintenance, performance checks on instrumentation according to standard operating procedures, troubleshooting, and participates in the preparation and evaluation of maintenance schedules Takes a leadership role by assisting in the training/teaching of new staff members and/or student interns, participates in the completion of performance evaluations of staff, monitors daily supplies and equipment, participates in the selection of instrumentation/products, and administers proficiency testing programs and quality control programs for assigned discipline Assists in daily compliance for the accrediting and regulatory agencies and identifies areas for corrective action when deficiencies are noted Creates middleware rules and writes operating procedures Assist with goal setting, problem solving, resource management, change management and outcome achievement for their work areas Assists, with supervisor guidance, in staff scheduling, including identifying staffing needs and solutions Assists in procedure review and updating as directed QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor\'s degree in medical technology or clinical laboratory science Completion of a CLS/MLS/MT training program approved by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS), OR An approved equivalent combination of education and experience Preferred Qualifications: Two years\' experience Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities: Customer service skills Demonstrated ability to communicate to staff, the organization\'s mission, vision and valu s and models essential behaviors License/Certifications: Current certification as a Medical Technologist MT(ASCP), Clinical Laboratory Scientist CLS(NCA), or Medical Laboratory Scientist MLS (ASCP), or approved equivalent (HEW) OR Eligible for certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist MLS (ASCP) As a condition of employment, those hired \"as eligible\" must take the first available examination after their date of hire and pass one of these certifying exams within three consecutive administrations of the exam within a 12-month period. You\'ve made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients\' lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer. Please Note: Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements. Department:Microbiology Primary Location:MN-Minneapolis-Downtown Campus Standard Hours/FTE Status:FTE = 1.00 (80 hours per pay period) Shift Detail:Day, Every 4th Weekend Job Level:Staff Employee Status:Regular Eligible for Benefits:Yes Union/Non Union:Non-Union Job Posting:Jul-07-2023 EEO/Disability/Veteran employer.