Specimen Processing Group Lead

Responsibilities

• Schedule coordination
• General supervision of all Specimen Technicians
• Provides input to supervisors for performance review and disciplinary action
• Assists all SPT’s in proper test selection and problem resolution
• Answers and clarifies employee questions (including laboratory personnel) regarding processing
• Completes appropriate shift paperwork, setting up for production, and insuring that their staff has cleaned up at the end of the shift
• Maintains supply inventory, ordering supplies as needed
• Repairs and maintains department equipment notifying appropriate personnel when repairs beyond the general scope are required
• Aids in or performs all training, cross training, and department auditing functions as assigned by the supervisor(s)
• Prioritizes work assignments
• Makes suggestions and recommendations to enhance workflow
• Ensures effective employee utilization through workforce planning to include staffing weekends and holidays
• Helps manage department overtime
• Ensures that all Quest Diagnostics Incorporated and Specimen Processing policies and procedures are adhered to

Qualifications

• Internal candidates minimum of one year in SPT III/related role
• Preferred: 3 years experience in a laboratory environment with Specimen Processing experience preferred. Medical background preferred which includes medical terminology applicable to a clinical laboratory
• Physical And Mental Requirements: Performs multiple tasks simultaneously and with interruptions, physical and mental stress Works in a biohazard environment and practices good safety habits
• Skills: PC skills including the ability to run reports & use to manage workflow; real-time thru-put Maintains confidentiality at all times. Will have access to overall employee performance, may have knowledge of disciplinary actions up to, and including termination.
• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent (Preferred)

About the Role

Priority consideration given to internal candidates for this position.

Benefits

We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
• Best-in-class well-being programs
• Annual, no-cost health assessment program
• Blueprint for Wellness® healthyMINDS mental health program
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
• FinFit financial coaching and services
• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Annual incentive plans
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Career advancement opportunities and so much more!