MT Technical Lead, Expert (Lab)

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GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The MT Technical Lead, Expert (Lab) position performs complex laboratory procedures following established laboratory policy and procedures; reports test results, monitors workflow, and manages instrumentation maintenance, escalates to supervisor or manager as needed. Evaluates and ensures compliance with service guarantees and specimen quality requirements; serves as a technical resource for the department. Makes significant improvements to processes to enhance performance and outcomes of the team. This position reports to the Manager/Supervisor, Laboratory (Lab).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Evaluate and assess test systems

• Investigate and document proficiency testing corrective action
• Monitors and evaluates Quality Control results on instrument platforms/test systems
• Reviews and approves QC, maintenance logs and other required documentation
• Oversees completion of assay validations including but not limited to correlations, linearity and accuracy
• Escalates findings or deviations to supervisor or manager

2. Performs essential duties of Medical Technologist, independently

3. Leads and directs other Medical Technologists. Serves as mentor in MT Trainee Program.

4. Acts as SME (Subject Matter Expert) in the development and compliance of departmental policies and procedures and ensuring inspection readiness and liaison for other department collaboration

• Facilitates implementation of process improvement opportunities

5. Leads evaluation process of new and existing test methodologies, new and current equipment. Makes significant improvements to processes to enhance performance and outcomes of the team

6. Acts as lead in absence of supervisor and/or manager

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor degree in Medical Technology, biological sciences or related field - REQUIRED
• Intermediate computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft office - REQUIRED
• Minimum six (6) years clinical laboratory experience as generalist or in the related field - REQUIRED
• Current Florida supervisory license as generalist or related field - REQUIRED
• Certified by a professional laboratory certifying agency (i.e. ASCP, AMT) - REQUIRED

About DaVita Laboratories

DaVita Labs is a state-of-the-art clinical laboratory delivering timely, accurate lab results focused primarily on kidney care with a relentless commitment to quality. We serve more than 180,000 patients and perform 52 million renal tests annually. We make a difference. We enjoy what we do. Our teammates are best in class professionals who enjoy a challenging yet rewarding work environment where fun and hard work intermingle every day. From our laboratory professionals to our support roles, DaVita labs not only offers a career to fit each individual, it provides a community and a place to call home. As a labs teammate, you become a member of our community and you also become a citizen of something bigger, something great, and something unique - the DaVita Village. With the backing of the overall DaVita brand, we are on an exciting trajectory.

Check out our short video to hear directly from teammates as to why YOU should join OUR Village!

Here is what you can expect when you join our Village:
* A "community first, company second" culture based on Core Values that really matter.
* Clinical outcomes consistently ranked above the national average.
* Award-winning education and training across multiple career paths to help you reach your potential.
* Performance-based rewards based on stellar individual and team contributions.
* A comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your health, your financial well-being and your future.
* Dedication, above all, to caring for patients suffering from chronic kidney failure across the nation.

Want to make an impact in Healthcare? Through science, technology, quality and education, we are committed to expanding discovery and empowering lives. This empowerment comes in many forms. From our laboratory professionals to our support roles, DaVita labs not only offers a career to fit each individual, it provides a community and place to call home. Join us as we pursue our vision "To Build the Greatest Healthcare Community the World has Ever Seen."

What We'll Provide:

More than just pay, our DaVita Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most. Teammates are eligible to begin receiving benefits on the first day of the month following or coinciding with one month of continuous employment. Below are some of our benefit offerings.

• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out
• Support for you and your family: Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace , backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and more

• Professional development programs: DaVita offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual leadership and development courses through DaVita's online training platform StarLearning.

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At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

This position will be open for a minimum of three days.

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits

Colorado Residents: Please do not respond to any questions in this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.