Lab Assistant Jobs in Savannah, GA (NOW HIRING)

Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a  Lab Technical Coordinator with Memorial Health University Medical Center you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back!

Responsible for the overall technical and administrative operation of the Hematology area. Performs and demonstrates proficiency and understanding in Hematology, assists in instructing other personnel as assigned, and performs clinical laboratory tests and procedures which require the exercise of independent judgment and responsibility. Assures that the highest degree of quality patient care is maintained at all times. Will also assist with scheduling, monitoring staff productivity, performance documentation and projects on-going in the department. Complies with the Memorial Health Compliance Program, related policies and procedures and the Code of Business Practices; reports instances of perceived and actual non-compliance to Supervisor or through other reporting mechanisms.

Your role will include:

· Evaluates, develops and implements new technical procedures for Hematology to ensure accurate and efficient delivery of services.

 · Works with Medical Director to develop policies and procedures, in compliance with regulatory agencies. Maintains established technical and operation standards to ensure compliance with licensing and accrediting agencies. 

· Manages and implements staffing requirements and assignments. Assists the Director with interviewing and selection, retention, disciplinary actions and terminations in conjunction with the Director and Human Resources. Completes performance evaluations.

 · Oversees orientation, in-service training, competency and continuing education of all person(s) in department. 

· Provides input to the director regarding space/equipment recommendations, budgetary needs, and other resources needed by the department. 

· Develops and presents programs for training and continuing education. 

· Identify and investigate any trends related to QC or patient results · Act as a resource for questions about Hematology from all services. · Maintain a proactive involvement in related professional organizations

What qualifications you will need:

• Bachelor Degree in Science Based Field is Required
• National Certification (i.e. ASCP, AMT) is Desired

Memorial Health University Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Memorial Health University Medical Center has provided quality healthcare services since 1955, giving patients access to highly-trained physicians and advanced technology. Our 600+ bed hospital is one of the region's leading acute care facilities that serves 35 counties across southeast Georgia and southern South Carolina. Located in Savannah, Georgia, we are a regional referral center for heart care, cancer care, trauma care, children's care, high-risk pregnancies and high-risk newborn care. Our hospital includes the region's only Level I trauma center and children's hospital, as well as the Savannah campus of Mercer University School of Medicine.

At Memorial Health, our care like family culture extends to our patients, our people and our community. We are committed to each other because when we join together, our patients are cared for in the safest and most compassionate way.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

Be a part of an organization that invests in you! We are reviewing applications for our Lab Technical Coordinator opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your application and help us raise the bar in patient care!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.