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BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Job Overview:

This position reports to the Associate Director of Clinical Support. This role observes current clinical practice and recommends Best Practice process optimization in all aspects of clinical laboratory and nursing processes. This service provides clinical effectiveness and enhanced hospital operations. This is a field-based position with most of the time being spent supporting lab verification studies, process improvement, and standardization.

Responsibilities:

• Fosters a continually evolving partnership between Specimen Management and our valued customers in a Clinical Process advisory capacity

• Maintain knowledge and expertise as product specialist for Specimen Management as product and guidelines evolve

• Participates in initial customer conversations to understand workflow needs, testing, regulatory requirements, and current operational challenges

• Drives clear project goals and expectations to achieve process efficiency and department effectiveness goals

• Proactively ensures optimal workflow and product utilization

• Leads and partners in change management activities associated with process improvement recommendations

• Engages stakeholders to obtain support and buy into process recommendations

• Deliver presentations and report to various audiences: Nursing, Laboratory, Infection Prevention, Occupational Health, Pharmacy, Supply Chain, Senior Hospital Management

• Continues on-going collaborations to ensure continuous improvement stemming from projects

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Chemistry, or related biological science.

• Successful completion of NAACLS- accredited MLS program or equivalent.

• National certification required such as ASCP Board of Certification- MLS (ASCP) or equivalent; AMT- Medical Technologist (MT) certification

• State licensure as required.

• Minimum of 2 years of hands-on clinical laboratory experience in an accredited hospital or reference laboratory setting.

• Demonstrated proficiency in one or more major laboratory disciplines, with strong preference for Chemistry experience.

• Basic knowledge of Hospital and Laboratory IT (LIS data)

• Expertise in CLIA, CAP, Joint Commission, and applicable state regulatory standards.

• Ability to perform validation in high complexity testing.

• Duties require ability to integrate projects within BDX Sales Organizations and Marketing Departments

Preferred:

• Experience in automated laboratory environments

• Prior involvement in method validation, new instrument implementation, or process improvement projects.

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

At BD, we are committed to supporting our associates’ well-being, development, and success through a performance-based culture. For this position, BD offers a competitive compensation package along with the following benefits specific to this role:

Annual Bonus

Health and Well-being Benefits 

Medical coverage 

Health Savings Accounts 

Flexible Spending Accounts 

Dental coverage 

Vision coverage 

Hospital Care Insurance 

Critical Illness Insurance 

Accidental Injury Insurance 

Life and AD&D insurance 

Short-term disability coverage 

Long-term disability insurance 

Long-term care with life insurance 

Other Well-being Resources 

Anxiety management program 

Wellness incentives 

Sleep improvement program 

Diabetes management program 

Virtual physical therapy 

Emotional/mental health support programs 

Weight management programs 

Gastrointestinal health program 

Substance use management program 

Musculoskeletal surgery, cancer treatment, and bariatric surgery benefit 

Retirement and Financial Well-being 

BD 401(k) Plan 

BD Deferred Compensation and Restoration Plan 

529 College Savings Plan 

Financial counseling 

Baxter Credit Union (BCU) 

Daily Pay 

College financial aid and application guidance 

Life Balance Programs 

Paid time off (PTO), including all required State leaves 

Educational assistance/tuition reimbursement 

MetLife Legal Plan 

Group auto and home insurance 

Pet insurance 

Commuter benefits 

Discounts on products and services 

Academic Achievement Scholarship 

Service Recognition Awards 

Employer matching donation 

Workplace accommodations 

Other Life Balance Programs 

Adoption assistance 

Backup day care and eldercare 

Support for neurodivergent adults, children, and caregivers 

Caregiving assistance for elderly and special needs individuals 

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

Paid Parental Leave 

Support for fertility, birthing, postpartum, and age-related hormonal changes 

Leave Programs 

Bereavement leaves 

Military leave 

Personal leave 

Family and Medical Leave (FML) 

Jury and Witness Duty Leave

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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At BD, we reward, support and develop our associates through our comprehensive Total Rewards program. We are committed to attracting and retaining high quality talent by providing reward and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture, as well as a competitive package of compensation and benefits programs. You can learn more on our career site under "Our Commitment to You."

Our salary or hourly rate ranges reward associates fairly and competitively. We regularly review these ranges and factors, such as location, contribute to the range displayed.

Our pay is based on the role and the necessary skills and education to perform it successfully. The salary or hourly rate offered is determined by the role's specific requirements, including any applicable step rate pay system at the work location. Salary or hourly pay ranges are influenced by labor laws and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements applicable to the work location which may also affect the workplace arrangement of the role.

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