Position Type: Full-Time, Day, Mon-Thurs 9am-730pm
Benefits:
Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
401(k) with matching
Student Loan Repayment up to $10k
Competitive pay
"This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer."
Job Summary
The Lab IS Coordinator is responsible for assisting with the maintenance, support, and optimization of laboratory information systems (LIS). This position ensures the accurate processing of laboratory data and serves as a liaison between laboratory staff and IT teams. The Lab IS Coordinator provides technical support, troubleshoots system issues, and ensures compliance with laboratory standards and procedures.
Essential Functions
Assists in maintaining and troubleshooting the laboratory information system (LIS) to ensure accurate and efficient functionality.
Supports configuration of LIS settings, including test codes, reference ranges, and result formats, under the guidance of senior staff.
Provides technical support to laboratory staff and other end users for LIS-related issues.
Assists with validating system interfaces between LIS and laboratory instruments, ensuring proper data transfer and communication.
Helps with system upgrades, patches, and installations to maintain system reliability and compliance.
Participates in data entry and updates to the LIS database to align with clinical and regulatory standards.
Prepares and maintains documentation, including procedures and training materials for LIS users.
Collaborates with IT and laboratory teams to address workflow issues and recommend solutions for improved efficiency.
Ensures LIS operations comply with applicable regulations, such as CAP, CLIA, and HIPAA.
Provides basic training to laboratory staff on LIS functionalities and updates.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, Information Systems, or a related field required
0-2 years of experience working in a clinical laboratory or healthcare IT environment required
Exposure to laboratory workflows or IT systems preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Basic understanding of laboratory workflows and operations.
Familiarity with LIS functionality and data management.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Good communication and interpersonal skills to support collaboration with diverse teams.
Attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and security.
Ability to follow established protocols and procedures.
Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and workflows.
Licenses and Certifications
ASCP - Medical Technologist preferred
Numbers & Facts
Location
Key West, FL
Industry
Healthcare Services
Company Size
10,000 employees or more
Year Founded
1985
Website
http://www.chs.net/
About Company
Community Health Systems, Inc. is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) 330 HRSA Grantee with Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) status. Established from the roots of Inland Empire Community Health Center in Bloomington, CHSI has grown with community health centers in the counties of Riverside, San Bernardino, and San Diego. These centers have been developed in accordance with standards established for safety net providers by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Health Resources Services Administration (HRSA), the Public Health Service (PHS), and the Bureau of Primary Health Care (BPHC).
As such, services are offered to the neediest in each community - the un-insured and under-insured, the working poor, those with limited ability to pay, the homeless, and the indigent. Services are provided at discounted (sliding fee scale) rates for those who qualify based on gross annual income and family size.