Lead Technologist (Medical Lab), Toxicology

Commonwealth of Virginia

Charlottesville, VA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Auditory, Biology, Cancer, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory, Detail Oriented, Disease Prevention and Control, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Hospital, Identify Issues, Infectious Diseases, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Management, Laboratory Testing, Network Integration, News Reporting, Operational Support, Operations Processes, Patient Care, Physical Demands, Primary Care, Quality Control, Safety/Work Safety, Technical Leadership, Toxicology, Training/Teaching, Typing, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Charlottesville, VA
POSTED
30+ days ago

Jobs in this group are typically responsible for managing and operating laboratory facilities used for research, teaching, or to assist in the diagnosis, treatment, and/or prevention of disease. They ensure equipment maintenance, adhere to safety protocols, and support quality control.

These roles focus on performing a range of operational activities in support of laboratory testing, including managing lab equipment, ensuring proper safety protocols, and supporting research and experiments. Responsible for maintaining lab functionality and efficiency.

Individual contributors with responsibility in a clinical discipline or specialty. Typically involves diagnosing, treating, and caring for patients and often include face-to-face interactions with patients. May also spend some time designing and implementing clinical programs, policies, and services using specialized knowledge and skills. Specialty license or certification required, which is acquired through advanced education, training, and/or experience.

This career stream will be most commonly applied to patient care and/or scientific laboratory technologist jobs. Requires broad knowledge of operational procedures and tools obtained through extensive work experience and require vocational or technical education. Works under limited supervision for routine situations. Provides assistance and/or may lead and training to lower-level employees. Problems typically are not routine and require analysis to understand. May lead daily operation activities.

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

  • Bachelors Degree with completion of a NAACLS approved MLS/CLS program
  • Bachelors in Biology, Chemistry, or related science

Experience:

  • Bachelors Degree with completion of a NAACLS approved MLS/CLS program - 3 years of relevant experience
  • Bachelors in Biology, Chemistry, or related science - 5 years relevant experience

Licensure:

  • MT or categorical ASCP or equivalent required

Physical Demands: Job requires sitting for prolonged periods, repetitive motion, typing. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift, push, pull less than 20lbs. May be exposed to fumes, chemicals, blood, body fluids, and infectious disease.

Starting Base Rate: The starting base rate for this role is $36.56 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidates qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Benefits: Comprehensive Benefits Package

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Long-term and Short-term Disability
  • Retirement Savings
  • Health Saving Plans and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Certification and education support
  • Generous Paid Time Off

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Childrens is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best childrens hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVAs commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.

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Commonwealth of Virginia